Sabrina Franco
Cleburne,TX
Summary
Driven restaurant manager with over 6 years of experience in team development and leadership. Skilled in building high-performing teams through recruitment, onboarding, and development. Passionate about developing people and creating a culture of growth and respect.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Velvet Taco
04.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficiency, food quality, and high service standards.
- Supported the hiring, onboarding, and development of team members to build a strong, cohesive team.
- Supported the development and promotion of four team members to Shift Leader.
- Developed new strategies for Local Restaurant Marketing, collaborating with other brands to increase sales.
- Created and implemented new recruitment materials to streamline hiring and improve turnover.
Assistant General Manager
The Sicilian Butcher
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Played a key leadership role in the successful opening of a new restaurant in an unfamiliar market, establishing operational standards and building operations from the ground up.
- Recruited, interviewed, and trained 60+ employees, ensuring consistent execution of brand and operational standards.
- Directed all training and development, identifying high-potential employees and promoting hourly team members into salaried leadership roles.
- Contributed to the restaurant’s successful first year, with the location reaching a $4M valuation.
General Manager
Blue Goose Cantina
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Oversaw all aspects of operations in a casual Mexican restaurant with a P&L valued at over $4M
- Maintained and developed a staff of over 70 people, including servers, cooks, and bartenders to ensure exceptional service and quality product
- Enforced accountability and placed systems to lower both food and alcohol costs
- Input systems to streamline training processes with an emphasis on menu knowledge and hospitality
- Managed all bar needs such as ordering and scheduling while also maintaining alcohol costs at around 20%
Manager
Blue Goose Cantina
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain processes.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Bartender
Blue Goose Cantina
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Trained new staff on bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Education
Associate In Business - Human Resources
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05-2027
High School -
Harmony School of Innovation
Fort Worth, TX06-2017
Skills
- Team Leadership and Development
- Interpersonal Communication
- Hospitality
- Recruitment
- Complex Problem-solving
- Documentation and reporting
- Operations management
Timeline
Manager
Velvet Taco
04.2025 - Current
Assistant General Manager
The Sicilian Butcher
04.2024 - 04.2025
General Manager
Blue Goose Cantina
10.2022 - 05.2024
Manager
Blue Goose Cantina
05.2022 - 10.2022
Bartender
Blue Goose Cantina
11.2020 - 01.2022
Associate In Business - Human Resources
Tarrant County College
High School -
Harmony School of Innovation
Personal Information
Title: General Manager