SARA ABDELFATTAH
South Amboy,NJ
Summary
Results-driven restaurant operations leader with hands-on experience managing high-volume kitchens. Skilled in front-of-house and back-of-house operations, staff training and development, inventory management, and operational execution. Known for supporting multi-location growth, maintaining brand standards, and building high-performing teams through effective hiring, training, and scheduling.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Game Day
NJ, NJ
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Directed all café operations, including staffing, inventory management, and financial oversight.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate supply agreements and pricing.
- Managed vendor relations and ordering processes to optimize cost controls.
- Implemented operational standards that upheld food safety and guest satisfaction.
- Trained and supervised staff members in all aspects of restaurant operations.
- Supervised food preparation processes, ensuring quality and consistency standards.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Conducted regular menu tastings to refine flavors and enhance guest satisfaction.
Assistant General Manager
Wonder
NJ, NJ
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Supported multi-unit expansion by overseeing kitchen operations and executing standardized training and operational rollouts.
- Directed FOH and BOH operations in a high-volume environment to ensure food quality, operational efficiency, and exceptional guest satisfaction.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply ordering to maintain efficient, well-stocked operations in a high-volume environment.
- Facilitated hands-on training for new managers through an MIT program covering daily operations, team leadership, and service execution.
- Assisted in hiring and onboarding, trained staff, and managed team schedules to build a high-performing and efficient team.
Kitchen Manager / Event Chef
TopGolf
NJ, NJ
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations for a high-volume establishment serving over 1,000 guests daily.
- Directed efficient catering production for large groups and corporate events.
- Trained kitchen staff on safe food handling and sanitation protocols.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food preparation areas.
- Collaborated with event planners to create custom menus tailored to clients' preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Represented the brand at off-site promotional events, supporting execution through food preparation and guest engagement.
Sous Chef
Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course
New York, NY
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Oversaw catering operations for weddings and events, hosting 300+ guests.
- Coordinated kitchen production with a focus on quality, timing, and presentation.
- Managed purchasing, vendor relations, and compliance with health regulations.
- Produced bulk menu items for daily catering services and events.
- Supported menu execution for buffets, plated meals, and large-scale dining.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop menus for special events, corporate functions, weddings.
- Managed inventory levels to reduce waste and optimize ingredient usage.
Junior Chef
Dyker Beach Golf Course
, NY
05.2012 - 01.2017
- Prepared diverse menu items for large events and catering services.
- Assisted Head Chef in menu creation and development of new dishes.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with stock management.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Prepared banquet meals according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
Education
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York (City), NYNew York (City), NY
Skills
- Team training and development
- Labor cost controls
- Purchasing
- Vendor relations
- Inventory management
- Vendor negotiation
- Food safety compliance
- Large-scale event execution
- Operational efficiency
- Time management
- Employee scheduling
- Guest interaction
- Process improvement
- Hiring and onboarding
- Cross-functional team management
- Leadership and team building
- Customer relationship management
Certification
ServSafe Certified
Languages
- English
- Arabic
Timeline
General Manager
Game Day
01.2025 - 10.2025
Assistant General Manager
Wonder
02.2023 - 01.2025
Kitchen Manager / Event Chef
TopGolf
09.2020 - 02.2023
Sous Chef
Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course
01.2017 - 08.2020
Junior Chef
Dyker Beach Golf Course
05.2012 - 01.2017
Borough of Manhattan Community College