Spencer Reilly
Bristol,VA
Summary
Dedicated, organized and dependable restaurant professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Successful at managing multiple priorities and working short staffed with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and work whatever hours are needed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Jimmy Hulas
Jacksonville, FL
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
- Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
- Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Recruited and hired employees offering talent, charisma and experience to restaurant team.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Restaurant Cook
Jimmy Hula's
Jacksonville, FL
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
- Set up work stations and prepped all food for dishes to increase productivity during busy mealtimes.
- Adapted meals based on FOH tickets while maintaining accuracy and speed of preparation.
- Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bishop Snyder Catholic School
Jacksonville, FL06.2017
Skills
- Health Code Compliance
- Delegating Assignments and Tasks
- Anticipating Problems
- Supply Ordering and Management
- Staffing and Sales Reporting
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Food and Beverage Knowledge
- Restaurant Operation
- Opening and Closing Procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
Additional Information
Volunteer Work
Wolfson's Children's Hospital- Jacksonville, FL
Kids Who Care Hospital Board Member for 8 years
Helped make kids and parents stay at the hospital more comfortable and fun. As a team, we submitted ideas to make the hospital feel more like home instead of a hospital. Play rooms, technology, pet therapy and new ideas were the goal of our team. Ran group meetings, organized and attended fund raising events.
Arlington Football Club-Jacksonville, FL
Soccer Coach for 2 years
Instructed players on the skills they needed to succeed in soccer. Planned and supervised training sessions to develop general fitness and specific soccer skills while providing encouragement. Acted as a leader and role model.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Jimmy Hulas
04.2018 - 03.2022
Restaurant Cook
Jimmy Hula's
07.2017 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Bishop Snyder Catholic School
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