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PAULETTE TARBOX

Food Service Industry / Management
St. Peters ,MO

Summary

Dynamic manager with a proven track record at K & R Restaurant Group LLC, enhancing employee engagement and reducing turnover through effective staff development and motivation techniques. Skilled in cross-functional team leadership and compliance monitoring, I consistently drive operational improvements and foster strong customer relations, ensuring high-quality service and satisfaction.

I am known for reliability, effective communication, and problem-solving capabilities.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager in Charge

K & R Restaurant Group LLC
2007 - 07.2025
  • Enhanced employee engagement with regular feedback, and career development support.
  • Reduced staff turnover rates with effective onboarding processes, training programs, and ongoing support for professional growth opportunities.
  • Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and successfully achieve organizational goals.
  • Created a positive work environment by fostering open communication .
  • Implemented performance tracking systems, driving employee accountability and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Managed budgets effectively, reducing unnecessary expenses while maintaining high-quality resources for the team.
  • Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Oversaw hiring process, that contributed significantly to company growth and success.
  • Managed risk effectively with robust policies and procedures that mitigated potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting the business operations or reputation among clients.
  • Delivered consistent results by setting clear expectations for team members, regularly reviewing performance metrics, and providing the necessary support to ensure goals were met or exceeded.
  • Spearheaded successful product launches, coordinating teams across multiple departments to ensure a seamless roll-out process for customers.
  • Ensured timely project completion by developing detailed schedules and managing resources effectively throughout the process.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
  • Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
  • Implemented operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
  • Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.

Education

Food / Restaurant Industry

I HOP Academy
O'Falln, Mo 63366

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Staff development
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Motivation techniques
  • Organizational improvement
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Reliability
  • Reporting oversight
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Manager in Charge

K & R Restaurant Group LLC
2007 - 07.2025

Food / Restaurant Industry

I HOP Academy
PAULETTE TARBOXFood Service Industry / Management