Nayib Abunassar
General Manager
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with extensive experience at The Cumin Club, excelling in project management and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing operations and enhancing guest satisfaction. Bilingual in English and Spanish, skilled in budgeting and cross-functional collaboration, driving significant improvements in service quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager / Project Manager
The Cumin Club
Chicago
12.2024 - Current
- Lead restaurant operations and contribute to company-wide initiatives including new store openings, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration with culinary, logistics, and marketing teams
- Monitor P&L performance, manage budgets, and control labor and food costs
- Optimize systems to improve workflow, reduce waste, and enhance team performance
General Manager
The Cumin Club
Chicago
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw front- and back-of-house operations, ensuring service consistency and team performance
- Led staff training, maintained high quality standards, and implemented efficient systems
- Improved guest satisfaction and operational efficiency
Manager
The Cumin Club
Chicago
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed staffing, scheduling, inventory, and service quality in a fast-paced environment
Event Manager
Food for Thought
Chicago
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated logistics and led teams for large-scale events
- Delivered seamless guest experiences through strong planning and team management
Head Bartender
Food for Thought
Chicago
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Led bar operations, trained staff, and managed inventory and vendor relationships
Bartender
Food for Thought
Chicago
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided high-volume service while mastering mixology and customer engagement
Bar Back
2Twenty2 Tavern
Chicago
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Supported bar operations with inventory, prep, and organization
Line Cook
Exchequer Restaurant
Chicago
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked grill, sauté, and fry stations; ensured food quality and speed under pressure
CDL A Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed on-time deliveries, route planning, and compliance across long-haul routes
CDL A Truck Driver Mentor
Swift Transportation
Chicago
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Trained new drivers on safety and operational protocols
CDL A Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
Chicago
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Handled regional deliveries with focus on safety, documentation, and time management
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
Chicago
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Delivered excellent customer service, managed stock, and supported retail operations
Education
High School Diploma - Computer Science
U.E. Colegio PIO XII
Venezuela01.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Science
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Restaurant and event operations
- Team leadership and training
- Project management
- Budgeting and P&L management
- Customer service excellence
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Logistics and route planning
- Schedule management
- Goal achievement
- Recipe and menu planning
- Training and coaching
- Managing events start to finish
- Food service
- Budget management
- Health and safety service regulations
- Catering coordination
- Bar restocking
- Health codes compliance
- Bar operations management
- Inventory
- Alcohol safety awareness
- Team player attitude
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Former Venezuela U-18 rugby player
- Chicago Westside Condors forward of the year 2016
Certification
ServSafe Manager
Timeline
General Manager / Project Manager
The Cumin Club
12.2024 - Current
General Manager
The Cumin Club
07.2023 - 12.2024
Manager
The Cumin Club
12.2022 - 07.2023
Event Manager
Food for Thought
06.2022 - 12.2022
Head Bartender
Food for Thought
02.2022 - 06.2022
Bartender
Food for Thought
09.2021 - 02.2022
Bar Back
2Twenty2 Tavern
06.2021 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Exchequer Restaurant
06.2021 - 09.2021
CDL A Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
07.2020 - 05.2021
CDL A Truck Driver Mentor
Swift Transportation
01.2020 - 07.2020
CDL A Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
04.2019 - 01.2020
Crew Member
Trader Joe's
11.2016 - 03.2019
High School Diploma - Computer Science
U.E. Colegio PIO XII
Some College (No Degree) - Science
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
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