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Robert Haley

Springfield,MA

Summary

With 20 years of experience in the Dining and Customer Service Industry . I have developed a strong understanding of the market and a passion to help others thrive. Experienced supervisor with strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Equipped with solid time management and organizational skills, as well as a strong aptitude for problem-solving and ability to determine solutions. Seeking a challenging and rewarding career that involves helping people and making a difference in someone's life.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

Compass Group USA
Springfield, MA
10.2022 - Current

Oversees hiring, training and management of more than 60 personnel across all areas of dining services. Holds daily meetings for all staff to cover policy changes, menu updates and upcoming events. Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals. Works in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service. Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality. Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences. Manages salaried managers and hourly associates in the Food Service Department. Oversees the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the account. Oversees all catering with College Alumni. Great Communication with The President of The College's Office. Interviews, hires, and trains associates; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and disciplines associates; addresses complaints and resolves problems. Utilize company systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll/time-keeping, etc.

Food Service Manager

Arimid/Willimansett Center West & East
Chicopee , MA
02.2021 - 10.2022

Managing and supervising the kitchen. This includes: overseeing the staff, scheduling of employees, ordering and receiving product shipments, overseeing and following meal plans regulated by the State of Massachusetts . Ensuring that the kitchen was a clean, organized, and safe environment. This also included ensuring guests and their families were happy and content

Director of Dining Services

Compass Group USA
Southwick, MA
05.2019 - 02.2021

Managing and supervising the kitchen. This includes: overseeing the staff, scheduling of employees, ordering and receiving product shipments, overseeing and following meal plans regulated by the State of Massachusetts . Ensuring that the kitchen was a clean, organized, and safe environment. This also included ensuring guests and their families were happy and content

  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.

District Food Service Director & Marketing

Pioneer Valley Regional School System
Northfield, MA
08.2018 - 05.2019

Managing and supervising 5 school kitchens and managed the marketing of the school. This includes: overseeing the staff, scheduling of employees, ordering and receiving product shipments, overseeing and following meal plans regulated by the State of Massachusetts and the Federal Government. Ensuring that the kitchen is a clean, organized, and safe environment. receiving and depositing all monies for the lunch program. Communicated with The Towns Selectboard in a Monthly meeting to go over finances and Budgets needs. Worked closely with families in need to help find assistance with local programs ie: food for their homes, or find available housing or guided them to other available resources in the community. Worked within the community to help senior citizens and students to socialize together and find common interests. Marketed events to pull the community together. whether it was live music, holiday dinners or game nights.

Director of Food & Nutrition

Careone at Redstone
East Longmeadow, MA
08.2016 - 08.2018

Managing and supervising the kitchen. This includes: overseeing the staff, scheduling of employees, ordering and receiving product shipments, overseeing and following meal plans regulated by the State of Massachusetts. Ensuring that the kitchen was a clean, organized, and safe environment. This also included ensuring guests and their families were happy and content. Organizing and running marketing events for the local community in town which includes, cooking demonstrations and once a month luncheons. Played an integral role in developing strategy for building productive relationships with industry partners and referral sources. Assisted Director of Marketing in providing tours for future residents. Gave detailed resources to future residents and families about our community.

Director of Dining Services

Genesis Health Care
West Hartford, CT
07.2015 - 07.2016

Managing and supervising the kitchen. This includes: overseeing the staff, scheduling of employees, ordering and receiving product shipments, overseeing and following meal plans regulated by the State of Connecticut. Ensuring that the kitchen was a clean, organized, and safe environment. This also included ensuring guests and their families were happy and content

Assitant Director of Dining Services

Genesis Health Care
Agawam, MA
03.2012 - 07.2015

Assisted the Food Service Director with managing and supervising the kitchen. This includes: overseeing the staff, scheduling of employees, ordering and receiving product shipments, overseeing and following meal plans regulated by the State. Ensuring that the kitchen was a clean, organized, and safe environment. This also included ensuring guests and their families were happy and content. I also was the lead cook at the time

Lead Cook Supervisor

Genesis Health Care
Agawam, MA
01.2002 - 03.2012

Followed the diet regulated by the state for the residents and provided them with nutritious meals and over saw the staff as I was their supervisor when the Food Service Director was not there.

Education

High School Diploma - General

Quaboag Regional High School
1999

Skills

  • Excellent dedication and presentation skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Innovative leadership style
  • Knowledgeable in sales
  • Ability to build relationships internally and externally
  • Proficient in microsoft office
  • Delivers exceptional customer service
  • Proven leader
  • Engaging personality
  • Excellent multi-tasker
  • Culinary knowledge

Certifications

  • ServSafe certified
  • Allergen awareness training
  • Adult, infant, child choke saving certification

Timeline

Director of Operations

Compass Group USA
10.2022 - Current

Food Service Manager

Arimid/Willimansett Center West & East
02.2021 - 10.2022

Director of Dining Services

Compass Group USA
05.2019 - 02.2021

District Food Service Director & Marketing

Pioneer Valley Regional School System
08.2018 - 05.2019

Director of Food & Nutrition

Careone at Redstone
08.2016 - 08.2018

Director of Dining Services

Genesis Health Care
07.2015 - 07.2016

Assitant Director of Dining Services

Genesis Health Care
03.2012 - 07.2015

Lead Cook Supervisor

Genesis Health Care
01.2002 - 03.2012

High School Diploma - General

Quaboag Regional High School
Robert Haley