Ruben Gonzales
Bermuda Dunes,CA
Summary
Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Transformational leadership and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen. Effective training in bringing proven skills in executive, management and employee coaching. Polished communicator and presenter obtaining buy-in from critical initiatives aimed at revamping and revitalizing existing structures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Islands Restaurants
08.2022 - Current
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives
- Managed inventory, production, workflow and distribution, analyzing each stage of product life cycle and recommending improvements to streamline processes
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
General Manager
Jose's Mexican Food
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems
- Developed effective business plans to align strategic decisions with long-term objectives
- Reduced costs, managed delivery schedules and performed risk analysis to improve overall profitability.
Food and Beverage Manager
San Manuel Casino
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance
- Planned operations to effectively cover needs while controlling costs and maximizing service
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Food and Beverage Manager
Spa Resort Casino
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Controlled front of house and back of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and maintain profitable operations
- Performed various office duties, including coordinating employee schedules, payroll, new hire training and calling for equipment service repairs
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to casino members
- Integrated personnel to maximize efficiency and maintain low employee turnover rate.
Education
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Associate of Science Administration - of Justice
College of The Desert Palm Desert
2023
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Financial Management
- Marketing and advertising
- Instructional Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Develop Training Programs
Affiliations
Accomplishments
2017 Marriott Food and Beverage Excellence award
2018 Marriott Executive Leader of the Quarter Recipient
Certifications
Auto, Home and Life Insurance license for the State of California
UDW union member for I.H.S.S. of Riverside County
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Islands Restaurants
08.2022 - Current
General Manager
Jose's Mexican Food
09.2021 - 08.2022
Food and Beverage Manager
San Manuel Casino
01.2021 - 09.2021
Food and Beverage Manager
Spa Resort Casino
09.2018 - 04.2020
Associate of Science Administration - of Justice
College of The Desert Palm Desert
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