Results-oriented Restaurant Leader with over 10 years of experience in operations management and team leadership. Expertise in strategic planning and customer service fosters a culture of collaboration and respect. Committed to developing talent and improving operational efficiency to drive business success.
Work History
General Manager
3 Years 5 Months
Pollo Tropical | 03.2023 - Current
Developed and implemented strategic plans that enhanced business growth and profitability
Achieved sales targets consistently by implementing targeted promotions and upselling techniques
Implemented customer loyalty programs that boosted repeat business
Managed and resolved team conflicts to foster a positive work environment
Assistant Manager
1 Year
Pollo Tropical | 03.2023 - 03.2024
Managed opening and closing procedures for restaurant operations
Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of restaurant
Opened and closed the restaurant at the beginning and end of shifts
Achieved promotion after demonstrating leadership skills and commitment
Coordinated team member scheduling to optimize staffing levels
Team Leader
1 Year 2 Months
Pollo Tropical | 01.2022 - 03.2023
Led team, guiding and supporting members to complete projects on time and within scope
Developed relationships with key stakeholders, aligning goals and ensuring project success
Applied problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges, facilitating project continuity
Analyzed data trends related to project outcomes to make informed decisions for future initiatives
Team Member
7 Months
Pollo Tropical | 05.2021 - 12.2021
Opened store at the beginning of business hours and prepared all areas to serve customers
Prepared meals for customers, ensuring order accuracy and satisfaction
Received customer orders accurately and collected payments
After School Teacher
2 Years 9 Months
Country Home Learning Center | 08.2018 - 05.2021
Developed weekly lesson plans and delivered engaging lessons to enhance student understanding
Pick up children from their day school and take them to after school location
Supervised children to complete homework and engage in activities do their homework and participate in activities
Make a lesson plan for the week and teach from the lesson plan
Coordinated and led recreational activities, including sports games, arts and crafts, and field trips, to promote teamwork and creativity
Fostered a love for learning by incorporating fun educational games into lessons
Cashier/Team Member
3 Years 8 Months
Taco Cabana | 09.2017 - 05.2021
Opened the store each morning, ensuring all areas were ready for customer service. and prepare all areas to serve customers
Receive orders and collect payments
Received customer orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy in processing. and collect payments
Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives and maintain service quality
Supported colleagues during high-pressure scenarios, contributing to timely project completion
Actively participated in team-building activities, fostering a positive and cohesive work environment
HR Technician
1 Year 4 Months
Ministerio de la Construccion | 01.2015 - 05.2016
Retrieved performance evaluations from all departments to ensure accurate employee assessments.
Recorded and verified employees’ hours of work, submitting to Accounting Dept. for timely salary processing.
Received and verified medical certificates, certifying vacation leave for eligible employees to facilitate payment.
Technical in Human Resources
1 Year 4 Months
GCAL | 01.2015 - 05.2016
Retrieved performance evaluations from all departments to support performance management processes.
Recorded and verified employees’ hours of work for accurate payroll processing.
Received and verified medical certificates to determine eligibility for vacation leave payments.
Education
Associates - Human Resources
Instituto Politecnico Economia | La Habana, Cuba | 12-2016
Diploma - High School
Gerardo Abreu Fontana | La Habana, Cuba | 07-2014
Sept.2011
Diploma - Middle School Education
Martires De Humbolt 7 | La Habana, Cuba | 07-2011
Certificate - Primary School
Raquel Perez Gonzales | La Habana, Cuba | 07-2008
Skills
Effective team collaborator
Team leadership
Issue resolution
Operational efficiency
Operational strategy
Effective negotiator
Customer communication
Sales analysis
Accomplishments
Staffing - Worked directly with Human Resources to streamline hiring and onboarding process.
Supervised team of 40 staff members.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Marketing - Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 10% growth of customer base.
GENERAL MANAGER-EXECUTIVE MANAGER at INFINITI OF CHATTANOOGA, CHATTANOOGA AUTO SQUAREGENERAL MANAGER-EXECUTIVE MANAGER at INFINITI OF CHATTANOOGA, CHATTANOOGA AUTO SQUARE