Former Restaurant Manager known for creating positive environments where employees can thrive and succeed. Detailed and fast-paced team player. Seeking a return to a Restaurant Management role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Gen Korean BBQ
03.2020 - 08.2024
Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Ensured compliance with health department regulations by maintaining a clean and safe dining environment.
Assisted General Manager in financial duties such as budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, and payroll administration.
Improved table turnover rates by optimizing floor plans and reservation scheduling during peak dining periods.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Monitored daily cash transactions, ensuring accuracy in all financial reporting processes.
Pitched in to help host, waitstaff, and bussers during exceptionally busy times such as dinner hour.
Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
Analyzed daily sales figures and developed strategies to increase sales.
Managed team of up to 100 restaurant staff, maintaining exceptional customer service and quality standards.
Car Salesman
Cerritos Infiniti
01.2019 - 02.2020
Offered each customer top-notch, personal service and polite support to boost sales and customer satisfaction
Pursued resolutions to achieve complete customer satisfaction, including tracking down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations
Prepared purchased vehicles and completed final delivery checks
Met customers on lot and in showroom to discuss available vehicles and options
Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly service
Approached each problem with fresh mind and analytical strategies to quickly resolve concerns
Reviewed vehicles before final delivery to validate for completed tasks such as installed add-ons and damage corrections
Negotiated vehicle prices and secure financing for customers
Demonstrated vehicles and features, and conduct test drives
Efficiently completed paperwork related to sales transactions, adhering to company guidelines while minimizing errors or delays.
Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
Assistant Manager
Urth Caffe
09.2018 - 12.2018
Interacted with customers to determine needs and offer product or service solutions
Reviewed sales and merchandising reports to achieve profit goals, reduce back stock and predict sales
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities
Addressed problems with customers to promote quick and successful resolution
Managed multiple priorities in fast-paced environment
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service
Completed all daily tasks with efficient, quality-driven approach
Assigned employees to specific duties
Reordered inventory when it dropped below predetermined levels
Managed team of 30 associates
Assistant Manager
Gen Korean BBQ
06.2014 - 02.2017
Planned and prepared workflow schedules, delegating tasks for 100 member team
Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items
Estimated costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by use of "first in first out"
Consistently stayed under monthly controllable expense budget
Oversaw all personnel to maintain adequate staffing
Strategically developed effective operations to increase sales and profits while managing costs
Clearly communicated pertinent information to staff, such as large reservations or last minute menu changes
Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity
Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties
Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff
Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service
Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands
Caregiver
24 Hour Homecare
01.2013 - 06.2014
Provided care with assigned clients, including light housekeeping, transportation, companionship, bathing, change of clothes, medication reminders, and preparing meals.
Server/Cashier/Cook
Boiling Point
01.2012 - 01.2013
Effectively handled customer complaints and special requests
Provided prompt, efficient, friendly, and quality service at all times
Accurately and quickly calculated checks and made change
Operated credit card machines correctly and quickly
Accurately filled customer orders.
Team Impacter
Hollister
09.2007 - 01.2012
Provided excellent customer service
Maintained the stockroom's cleanliness and upkeep
Handled both incoming and outgoing shipment, and damaged items.
Education
Certification in Licensed Vocational Nursing - Licensed Vocation Nursing
Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA
2012
High School Diploma -
Carson High School
Carson, CA
2007
Skills
Restaurant operations management
Full service restaurant background
Customer service best practices
Labor and food cost control
Staff development talent
Strong leader
Adaptable
Certification
ServSafe Manager Certified
TIPS Certified
Timeline
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Gen Korean BBQ
03.2020 - 08.2024
Car Salesman
Cerritos Infiniti
01.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Manager
Urth Caffe
09.2018 - 12.2018
Store Manager
Snow Monster
07.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Manager
Gen Korean BBQ
06.2014 - 02.2017
Caregiver
24 Hour Homecare
01.2013 - 06.2014
Server/Cashier/Cook
Boiling Point
01.2012 - 01.2013
Team Impacter
Hollister
09.2007 - 01.2012
ServSafe Manager Certified
TIPS Certified
Certification in Licensed Vocational Nursing - Licensed Vocation Nursing