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Michael Benitez

Flower Mound,TX

Summary

Enthusiastic and driven candidate with proven experience in fast-paced restaurant settings. Committed to providing friendly and professional service to customers to maintain consistent revenue.

Hospitable Front of House Manager leverages interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence and encourage staff and deliver outstanding experiences for guests.

Advocates sound financial and business decision-making and demonstrates honesty and integrity. Performs well under pressure and thrives in fast paced high-volume environments.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Shoal Creek Tavern
07.2015 - 12.2023
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Guyer High School
Denton, TX

Skills

  • Quality Improvement Leadership
  • Hiring Procedures
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • POS Systems Operations
  • Corporate Regulations
  • Staff Supervision
  • Coaching and Training
  • Quality Control
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Pre-Shift Walk-Through
  • Liquor Law Compliance
  • Managing Reservations and Large Parties
  • Developing Special Dishes and Recipes
  • Vendor Relationships

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Manager

Shoal Creek Tavern
07.2015 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Guyer High School
Michael Benitez