650-438-3136 OBJECTIVE Seeking a Leadership position within an institution commensurate with experience and qualifications, contributing to the organization's overall success. QUALIFICATIONS * Competent experienced professional in the restaurant industry * Successfully managed multiple locations * Pro-active self starter that manages time efficiently * Analyzed sales and constantly improved upon previous productions * Highly recognized by customers for professionalism and hospitality * Individual contributor and effective team leader towards company goals * Excellent communication and organizational skills * Adapt in promoting inter-departmental team interaction amongst different loca tions * Outstanding training, motivating and staff development techniques * Computer literate- Microsoft office PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Denny's Restaurant Acting Restaurant General Manager 2007- Present Managed the entire functions of the restaurant. Ensured that the needs of guests were held to the highest standards while maintaining efficient control of expen se budgets and exceeding profit margins. Provided the highest level of training to staff members to deliver excellent cus tomer service to guests. Ensured that proper procedures were always followed on food preparation to the u tmost highest standard. Inspected all food service storage units and utensils and made sure that the mai ntenance was scheduled in a timely manner for all equipment requiring service. Managed the cash controls of the restaurant including all banking functions. Successfully increased sales and profits for the restaurant Boston Market, CA Restaurant General Manager 2005- 2007 Managed the entire functions of the restaurant. Ensured that the needs of guests were held to the highest standards while maintaining efficient control of expen se budgets and exceeding profit margins. Provided the highest level of training to staff members to deliver excellent cus tomer service to guests. Ensured that proper procedures were always followed on food preparation to the u tmost highest standard. Inspected all food service storage units and utensils and made sure that the mai ntenance was scheduled in a timely manner for all equipment requiring service. Managed the cash controls of the restaurant including all banking functions. Successfully increased sales and profits for the restaurant. * Achieved #1 sales and service awards * Gained market share by providing excellent guest service * Implemented new strategies for associates for the overall success of the rest aurant Wendy's International, CA Restaurant General Manager 1989- 2005 Managed the entire operations of the restaurant including hiring, budgeting, sup ervising, and coaching of staff. Conducted training for management candidates fo r several restaurants within the company. Managed food costs and expenses for the entire restaurant operation. Did balance books for the restaurant's cash control and oversaw banking procedures. Analyze d cash handling errors and loss prevention. Monitored internal control policies and procedures on regulatory food preparation standards, and ensured customer sa tisfaction levels were always exceeded above company standards. * Achieved #1 status in several company sales, hospitality, and client satisfac tion awards * Successfully grew business by focusing on the competitive nature of the busin ess * Always ensured clients were being satisfied by setting the highest standards for associates EDUCATION College of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Associate in Applied Science Degree in Accounting REFERENCES Available upon request
The Waiter & Waitress and Waitstaff Training Handbook: A Complete Guide to the Proper Steps in Service for Food & Beverage Employees Revised 2nd Edition