Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Timeline
Generic

Mariano Tarazona

Culver City,USA

Summary

Dynamic restaurant general manager with extensive culinary and hospitality experience at El Pollito Brasa Proven ability to enhance customer service and drive business growth initiatives. Bilingual in Spanish and English, skilled in staff management and inventory oversight, consistently ensuring high standards of quality and operational efficiency. Experienced business leader with demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and team-building abilities. Successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. Motivational, diplomatic and respectful of people from different backgrounds and Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Restaurant General Manager

El Pollito Brasa
Los Angeles, US
11.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw all operations at El Pollito Brasa, a leading Peruvian culinary establishment.
  • Managed staff to uphold high standards in food quality and customer service.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Led marketing initiatives to attract new customers and enhance visibility.
  • Cultivated a welcoming environment reflecting warmth of Peruvian culture.
  • Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
  • Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Directed preparation, delivery and service of catering and special meal requests.
  • Evaluated existing recipes to make sure they met the highest standards of quality.

Steward/Prep Cook

The Peninsula Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, US
05.2017 - 01.2023
  • Washed dishes, including plates and pots, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
  • Assisted with event preparations and supported various roles as needed.
  • Prepared food for over 60 employees in cafeteria section for six months.
  • Covered shifts for chef during peak times to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Enforced health and safety regulations within the kitchen and dining areas to prevent accidents.
  • Oversaw inventory in buffet and reported replacement needs to kitchen management.
  • Inspected equipment for proper functioning prior to use each day.
  • Replenished stations throughout restaurant and restocked cupboards, serving areas, and salad bars to meet employee and customer demands.

Assistant Store Manager

Subway
Los Angeles, US
07.2015 - 05.2017
  • Assisted manager in creating weekly schedules to optimize staff allocation.
  • Executed sandwich preparation and presentation with attention to quality.
  • Conducted inventory checks upon delivery to maintain stock accuracy.
  • Welcomed customers with a friendly demeanor to enhance store atmosphere.
  • Supervised store operations during night shifts to ensure efficiency.
  • Compiled daily earnings reports before store closing to track financial performance.

Education

High school or equivalent -

Alexander Hamilton Senior High School
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Spanish and English
  • Organizational skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Culinary experience
  • Hospitality experience
  • Personal assistant expertise
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Business growth initiatives
  • Time management abilities
  • Business strategy

Personal Information

Age: 27

Timeline

Owner/Restaurant General Manager

El Pollito Brasa
11.2023 - Current

Steward/Prep Cook

The Peninsula Beverly Hills
05.2017 - 01.2023

Assistant Store Manager

Subway
07.2015 - 05.2017

High school or equivalent -

Alexander Hamilton Senior High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE