Mason Castaneda
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Strategic leader with 3 years of experience supporting and managing business operations through sales performance analysis and strategic cost control to achieve profitability goals. Effective communicator skilled in building and maintaining customer relationships while driving operational efficiency and business growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Neighborhood F&B
Lubbock, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Trained and mentored junior staff on bar operations and customer service best practices.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, maintaining proper documentation for end-of-shift reconciliations.
- Increased overall efficiency by maintaining accurate records of daily transactions using POS systems.
- Monitored financial performance, implementing cost-control measures to maximize profitability.
- Performed daily administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies, processing invoices and reconciling accounts.
- Assisted restaurant manager in financial duties such as budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, and payroll administration.
Lead Bartender
Dirks Signature Chicken & Bar
Lubbock, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily bar operations, ensuring high service standards and efficient workflow.
- Developed and implemented new cocktail menu(s), enhancing customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Trained and mentored junior bartenders, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste effectively.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to create signature drink pairings, improving overall dining experience.
- Analyzed sales trends to adjust pricing strategies, driving profitability for bar offerings.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2024
Skills
- Staff training and development
- Guest relations
- Sales and marketing
- Budgeting and financial management
- Food and beverage sales
- Shift management
Accomplishments
- Prepared and analyzed daily sales, labor, and performance reports to identify trends, control costs, and support data-driven operational decisions.
- Strengthened restaurant profitability by optimizing labor management and enforcing operational standards.
- Led a high-performing team through hands-on coaching, accountability, and performance development.
- Improved operational efficiency through strategic scheduling, inventory oversight, and cost control.
Timeline
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Neighborhood F&B
02.2023 - Current
Lead Bartender
Dirks Signature Chicken & Bar
08.2020 - Current
BBA - Marketing
Texas Tech University