Natalie Aguirre
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional recognized for exceptional productivity and efficient task execution. Expertise in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management. Strong communication, problem-solving, and adaptability skills foster effective collaboration and enhance customer satisfaction. Dedicated to driving business growth through innovative strategies and strong leadership capabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Piaf Kitchen and Wine Bar
Grapevine, Texas
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Increased sales from $3 million to $3.7 million in 2 years
- Led a team of 35 employees and 3 managers
- Reduced food cost to 25.6% from 34%
- Reduced labor costs from 20% to 16%
- Maintained LBW costs at 18% on a 21% target
- 95% on all sanitation and cleanliness audits
- Oversaw daily functions to guarantee efficient restaurant operations.
- Developed menus by collaborating with chefs and kitchen staff.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
- Coordinated private events with business clients and guests
Manager
Chez Fabien
Grapevine, Texas
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Trained and mentored staff to improve skills and effectiveness.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and securing timely delivery of goods.
Executive Chef
Pacific Table
Irving, Texas
03.2016 - 10.2022
- Oversaw volumes up to $8 million in a high-end chef-driven concept
- Led a team of 35 employees
- Food cost was maintained on budget at 24%
- Labor cost controlled at 13.5% on a 16% budget
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste and ensuring ingredient availability for services.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to streamline food service during peak hours.
- Established relationships with local suppliers to source high-quality ingredients for dishes.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Reviewed vendor orders for accuracy and cost effectiveness, enhancing procurement process.
- Monitor and optimized kitchen workflows to increase efficiency and reduce wait times
Bartender Shift Manager
Bar Taco
Fort Worth, Texas
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Trained new team members on drink preparation and customer interaction techniques.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain bar functionality.
- Maintained bar equipment and ensured compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored daily checklists and side worksheets to keep other bar staff members on task.
- Maintained accurate records of daily transactions including cash register receipts, liquor inventories and sales reports.
- Supervised cleanliness of guest service areas before, during and after service.
Education
High School Diploma -
R.L Turner High School
Farmers Branch, TX06.2008
Mountain View College
Dallas, Texas, TXSkills
- Restaurant operations
- Menu development
- Budget management
- Quality control
- Event coordination
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Leadership skills
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Waste reduction
- Multilingual in [languages]
- Elegant food plating
- Inventory
- Point of sale systems
- Safe food handling procedures
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Manager
Piaf Kitchen and Wine Bar
07.2023 - 11.2025
Manager
Chez Fabien
10.2022 - 07.2023
Bartender Shift Manager
Bar Taco
03.2018 - 01.2020
Executive Chef
Pacific Table
03.2016 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
R.L Turner High School
Mountain View College