Ralph Mannarino
Barnegat ,NJ
Summary
Veteran Restaurant Owner with hands-on experience in all areas of restaurant operations. Excellent communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills. Proven history of raising profits through maximized productivity and customer satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Owner
Mannarino Corporate Catering & Vending
01.2002 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing high-quality service standards and staff training programs.
- Managed financial operations for streamlined efficiency, reducing overall expenses and maximizing profits.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract new patrons, resulting in higher foot traffic and improved revenue.
- Cultivated a positive dining atmosphere by maintaining a clean and inviting establishment.
- Implemented effective inventory management systems to minimize waste and control food costs.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, maintaining a safe environment for both employees and patrons alike.
- Oversaw renovation projects that enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the restaurant space, contributing to increased guest satisfaction levels.
- Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
- Effectively managed payroll responsibilities while adhering to budgetary constraints, promoting cost-effective staffing practices across all shifts.
- Coordinated catering events that showcased the restaurant''s culinary talents while generating additional revenue streams through off-site services.
- Negotiated favorable lease terms with property owners, securing prime location spots at reduced rental rates.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 26 employees.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
Restaurant Owner
Family Affair Pizza And Dining
10.1999 - 09.2000
- Launched successful promotional campaigns to boost visibility in the local community, increasing brand awareness among potential customers.
- Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Saint Michael Academy
The Bronx, NY06.1987
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Portioning
- Health Code Compliance
- Portion Control
- Business Marketing
- Labor Cost Controls
- Small Business Operations
- Cost Control
- Revenue Generation
- Staff Hiring
- Restaurant Design
- POS System Operation
Certification
- Food Handler Course, NYC
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Mannarino Corporate Catering & Vending
01.2002 - Current
Restaurant Owner
Family Affair Pizza And Dining
10.1999 - 09.2000
High School Diploma -
Mount Saint Michael Academy
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