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Mackenzie Marquez

Olive Garden Restaurant
La Porte,TX
Mackenzie Marquez
10
years of professional experience

Experienced food service manager with over 5 years in the service industry and a strong business foundation. Skilled in optimizing operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and maintaining quality and safety standards. Collaborative leader adept in inventory management and efficient service delivery, focused on driving organizational success through reliable, results-driven strategies.

Work History

Food Service Manager

4 Years 7 Months
Olive Garden Restaurant | 01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences and service quality.
  • Trained and mentored staff on food safety protocols and customer service standards.
  • Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
  • Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase guest satisfaction.
  • Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts effectively.
  • Led initiatives to maintain compliance with health regulations and company policies across the restaurant.

Culinary Professional

1 Year 7 Months
Olive Garden | 06.2020 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated staff assignments to meet restaurant demand and enhance service
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Conducted regular training sessions on culinary trends and best practices for continuous team development.
  • Addressed routine needs to maintain efficient workplace operations

Personal Care Service Provider

5 Years 9 Months
Helping Restore | 04.2016 - 01.2022
  • Assisted patients in physical therapy sessions to enhance mobility and recovery. with physical therapy and other various needs
  • Assessed and managed inventory of specialized medical supplies to ensure availability for patient care
  • Scheduled time-sensitive medication for patient intake to maintain adherence and health outcomes
  • Scheduling time-sensitive medication for patient intake
  • Assess and manage inventory of specialized medical supplies

Host/Server/Bartender/Line Cook

2 Years
Olive Garden | 05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Mastered menu details and substitutions to enhance customer experience
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
  • Trained new bartenders on service standards, drink preparation techniques, and customer engagement strategies.
  • Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in high-pressure dining environments.

Education

BBA - Accounting,Human Resources, Business Ethics, Business Management, Operations

University of Texas Permian Basin | Odessa, TX | 07-2026

High School Diploma

New Tech Odessa | Odessa | 08-2016

College prep school, bi-weekly presentations, public speaking opportunities, community development, graduated top ten of class

Skills

Operations management
Quality control
Recruitment practices
Employee training
Ordering supplies
Customer service
Budget management
Inventory management
Cross-training staff
Hiring standards
Staff motivation

Interests

Mixed media art
cooking
and spending time with family

Timeline

Food Service Manager

Olive Garden Restaurant
01.2022 - CurrentRead More

Culinary Professional

Olive Garden
06.2020 - 01.2022Read More

Host/Server/Bartender/Line Cook

Olive Garden
05.2018 - 05.2020Read More

Personal Care Service Provider

Helping Restore
04.2016 - 01.2022Read More

University of Texas Permian Basin

BBA from Accounting,Human Resources, Business Ethics, Business Management, Operations
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New Tech Odessa

High School Diploma
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Mackenzie Marquez