Nawal Alawamleh
Miami,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Kush Hospitality
06.2022 - Current
- Set clear expectations and created positive working environment for employees.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
- Designed special drinks as part of seasonal offerings.
Assistant Manager
Kush Hospitality
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Shift Leader
Kush Hospitality
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to streamline operations.
Server
Kush Hospitality
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Management
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.2025
Skills
- Customer Engagement
- Purchasing
- Schedule Coordination
- Staff Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Point of Sale (POS) System Operation
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Complaint Resolution
- Order Delivery Practices
- Shift Management
Certification
- Certified Food Handler, ServeSafe - August 2020 - August 2025
Additional Information
- Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite software (specifically Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets) (8 years)
- Highly Proficient in Toast and Square POS systems (5 years)
- Highly Proficient in OpenTable and WaitlistMe softwares (3 years)
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Manager
Kush Hospitality
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager
Kush Hospitality
12.2020 - 11.2021
Shift Leader
Kush Hospitality
08.2020 - 12.2020
Server
Kush Hospitality
11.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Management
Miami Dade College
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