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Michael Gibek

Michael Gibek

Stamford,Connecticut

Summary

Seasoned hospitality professional with over 8 years of experience in fine dining, specializing in front-of-house service and restaurant management. A culinary school graduate, I bring a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences through effective leadership and a keen understanding of customer satisfaction. As a successful restaurant manager, I've overseen front-of-house operations, managed staff, and ensured seamless service delivery. Skilled in creating a welcoming atmosphere, maintaining high service standards, and optimizing team performance. Committed to excellence in hospitality and dedicated to providing memorable dining experiences for patrons.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Portale Restaurant
New York, NY
06.2022 - 01.2024
  • Managed daily operations of the restaurant, including running daily pre shift meetings, staff education, and supervising staff.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Assisted in the recruitment and hiring process by conducting interviews with prospective candidates.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge.
  • Ensured that customer service standards were met or exceeded at all times.
  • Prepared weekly staff work schedules with at least 2 weeks notice.

Head Captain

ARMANI RISTORANTE
New York, NY
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Trained new servers on menu items and restaurant standards.
  • Delivered high-quality service and quick beverage service to promote customer satisfaction.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Strong proficiency in food and wine, food allergies, and fine dining service.

Captain

DEL POSTO
Stamford, Connecticut
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Planning, Shopping for and Preparing at-home meals for private events and small dinner parties
  • Presenting diners with and explaining menus
  • Wine and food pairings recommendations
  • Mise en Place.

Education

BA Culinary Arts Management -

CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA
01.2015

AAS Culinary Arts -

COLLEGE
01.2012

Skills

  • Level 1 Sommelier
  • Food protection ServSafe & TIPS certified
  • Budget Control
  • Proficient in MAC, Microsoft Office, Micros, Toast, Triple Seat
  • Knowledge of Polish language
  • Menu Development
  • Inventory Control
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Culinary Arts Education

References

  • Thomasz Radecki, Beverage Director, Mels/Al Coro, (207) 272-8675
  • Michael Martikainen, Restaurant Operator, American Brass, (203) 260-6475

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Portale Restaurant
06.2022 - 01.2024

Head Captain

ARMANI RISTORANTE
01.2020 - 02.2022

Captain

DEL POSTO
01.2015 - 01.2020

BA Culinary Arts Management -

CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA

AAS Culinary Arts -

COLLEGE

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