Experienced with overseeing food and beverage operations, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction. Utilizes leadership skills to train and manage staff, enhancing productivity and morale. Strong understanding of inventory control and cost management, maintaining efficient and profitable operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food And Beverage Supervisor
The Mesa Grill ( Hoiliday Inn )
La Mesa, CA
09.2017 - 06.2019
Trained employees on correct cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies
Hired qualified staff to fill Server and Cook positions
Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings to Hotel safe
Established and enforced standards of personnel performance and service to provide customers with consistent and positive experiences
Interviewed, hired, and supervised back and front of house staff
Hired qualified staff to fill [Job title] and [Job title] positions
Prepared and led food service training programs to teach staff [Task], [Task] and [Task]
Reduced food waste [Number]% by overseeing use of ingredients to plan for costs, anticipated customers and popularity of items
Scheduled over [Number] employees by assigning shifts
Server
Nicolosi's Italian Restaurant
San Diego, CA
03.2017 - 08.2017
Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer
Prepared salads and appetizers to back up kitchen staff
Recommended daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items
Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins
Restaurant Manager
Bunz Burger Joint
San Diego, CA
01.2012 - 11.2016
Mentored front and back of house personnel on company policies customer service techniques and professional communication
Estimated supply requirements based on historical needs and projected business levels by accounting for special local events or sports games
Championed 100% guest satisfaction by providing excellent dining experience
Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles
Efficiently resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of all involved parties
Consistently obtained highest rating from the county health department
Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees
Performed checkouts of servers and bartenders to ensure that all tickets were accounted for
Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs daily
Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue
Restaurant Manager
Blue Frog And Grog Grill
Fairfield, CA
03.2006 - 12.2011
Created new safety procedures manual that met local regulations and was disseminated to all bartenders and wait staff
Trained all front of house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to ensure positive experience
Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs daily
Worked closely with General Manager and cooks to determine menu plans for special events or occasions
Server/Bartender/Banquet
Hilton Garden Inn
Redding, CA
05.2004 - 03.2006
Provided outstanding room service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions
Inputted information from customer calls and onsite service visits into the company's system using pos
Protected company reputation and built loyal client base by working relentlessly to resolve problems and improve customer satisfaction
Planned and executed Banquets
Restaurant Bar Manager
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill
Eureka, CA
10.2002 - 05.2004
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Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity
Estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules to match demand patterns, budget and local labor laws
Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction
Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving