Tifini Barney
New Castle,IN
Summary
Results-driven General Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring effective team collaboration and customer satisfaction. Committed to driving business growth through innovative strategies and exemplary leadership qualities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
Greenwood, Indiana
11.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational policies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Analyzed financial reports and adjusted budgets to maintain fiscal responsibility in operations.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Developed strategic plans to improve store performance and customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and inform decision-making for district operations.
- Facilitated communication between corporate headquarters and individual store teams.
Service Manager
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
Greenwood, IN
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Forecasted department goals and objectives and enforced deadlines for quality service and speedy task completion.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure seamless delivery of services.
Kitchen Manager
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
Greenwood, IN
07.2018 - 02.2021
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
Line Cook
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
Greenwood, IN
11.2015 - 07.2018
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a fryers, oven, grill, or smokers.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Line Cook
Waffle House Restaurant
Greenwood, IN
07.2011 - 03.2014
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School
Franklin, IN05.2013
Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Relationship Building
- Task Delegation
- Time Management
- Operations Oversight
- Change Implementation
- Deadline-Oriented
- Strategic planning
- Administrative skills
Certification
- ServSafe Certified
- Certified ServSafe Instructor & Registered ServSafe Examination Proctor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Manager
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
11.2023 - Current
Service Manager
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
02.2021 - 11.2023
Kitchen Manager
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
07.2018 - 02.2021
Line Cook
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
11.2015 - 07.2018
Line Cook
Waffle House Restaurant
07.2011 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School