Merrick Posner
Hawthorne,CA
Summary
Led teams in food and beverage operations for over 15 years. Cultivated guest relationships through outstanding service and attention to detail. Progressed from cooking in 2010 to managing both back of house and front of house operations. Recently concentrated on front of house improvements during five years at Sweetgreen, now serving at a luxury boutique hotel. Possess comprehensive knowledge of the industry, prepared to drive success in any establishment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Hotel June
Los Angeles, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Executed hospitality operations with a focus on exceeding guest expectations.
- Delivered exceptional guest service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and accuracy of orders.
- Trained and mentored new servers on menu knowledge and customer service standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
General Manager
Sweetgreen Culver City
Culver City
09.2020 - 08.2025
- Fostered exceptional hospitality standards among staff and within workplace environment.
- Managed staff assignments and evaluated performance to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Oversaw inventory management and ensured timely ordering of food supplies.
- Tracking daily costs and revenues
- Ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of operation
- Upholding food safety standards
Sous Chef Cook
H Club Hollywood
Hollywood
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Created and managed prep lists for culinary team
- Enforced accurate line checks for food safety
- Assisted with orders and inventory
- In charge of private events: developing the menu, and proper setup
Sous Chef
Salt Air Venice
Venice
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Directing the food preparation tasks and delegating tasks
- Cooking and preparing high quality dishes
- Assisting the executive chef to create menu items, recipes, and develop dishes
- Supervising all BOH and creating the schedule
Head Line Cook
The Mar Vista Mar Vista
Mar Vista
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Able to lead, mentor, and manage culinary teams in a fast paced upscale restaurant.
- Able to plan menus and daily specials.
- Manage food costs and inventory
- Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance.
- Ensured compliance with applicable health codes and regulations.
Kitchen Manager
Chicken on the Egg Playa Del Rey
Playa Del Rey
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed the daily operation of the kitchen.
- Prepared daily production list and ensured the recipes and portions servings in an accurate way.
- Monitored and oversaw kitchen labor and food cost and budgetary requirements.
- Ensured that the kitchen, dish and food storage area is maintained in a clean and organized manner.
Education
Associate’s Degree - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of California Santa Monica
Santa Monica, California12.2012
Skills
- Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among team members to drive project success
- Applied systematic problem-solving techniques to enhance team performance and efficiency
- Demonstrated active listening and conflict resolution skills to maintain a harmonious work environment
- Exhibited advanced communication abilities, ensuring clarity and understanding in all professional exchanges
- Achieved seamless project transitions by fostering team adaptability in dynamic environments Delivered reliable solutions that enhanced project performance and client trust Drove initiatives that resulted in improved team responsiveness and project success
- Exhibited strong leadership skills by mentoring team members and facilitating professional development opportunities
- Demonstrated outstanding people skills to build rapport and ensure hospitality excellence
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Interested in continuing my burger pop up, I love buying and reading cookbooks, hanging with friends.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Server
Hotel June
10.2025 - Current
General Manager
Sweetgreen Culver City
09.2020 - 08.2025
Sous Chef Cook
H Club Hollywood
02.2019 - 03.2020
Sous Chef
Salt Air Venice
02.2018 - 02.2019
Head Line Cook
The Mar Vista Mar Vista
03.2017 - 02.2018
Kitchen Manager
Chicken on the Egg Playa Del Rey
11.2016 - 02.2017
Associate’s Degree - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of California Santa Monica