Restaurant General Manager Resume Example Walker Bros Inc.

RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER

Professional Summary

Focused General Manager dedicated to giving every customer positive experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrate optimal resource utilization to handle both expected & unexpected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, strong planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Pursuing all opportunities to broaden spectrum of management skills and traits in industries not limited to Hospitality.

Skills

Team Leadership
Assessing Performance
Safety & Compliance Inspections
Time Management
Performance Improvement

Team Leadership
Training and Development
Food Preparation and Safety
Efficient Multi-tasker
Trained in Food Safety Guidelines

Work History

Restaurant General ManagerJan 2019 - Nov 2020
Walker Bros Inc.Schaumburg, IL

Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
Prepared restaurant business plan by reviewing demands, analyzing competitors and developing projections for sales and finances.
Set schedules for 50+ staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
Managed ingredients and food product use by assessing availability, customer traffic and popularity of items resulting in 15% food waste reduction.
Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on various tasks, including resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and increase efficiency in different areas.
Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.

Director of Youth BaseballFeb 2019 - Current
Lake County Stars (NFP)Hawthorn Woods, IL

Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Motivated 200 plus athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition. Implemented this by providing workout regimens for all athletes.
Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Enforced discipline both on and off field to lead team with highest personal standards.
Supervised all activities and reacted accordingly to injuries and emergencies, communicating with parents & proper medical staff in critical situations at moment's notice.
Oversaw creation and design of all promotional materials, affirming congruence with design style and team themes.

Executive ChefJun 2018 - Dec 2018
Campus Living VillagesChampaign, IL

Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Kept labor at or below 33% to support business profit targets.
Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
Mentored more than 75 kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
Collaborated with Director of DIning Services and Corporate Chef to create delicious meals for large banquets, including University and Local events for up to 500 students/patrons.
Monitored and controlled overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Spearheaded menu planning, recipe development and day-to-day management for 500+ students, as well as high-volume catering operations.

Sous ChefMay 2017 - Aug 2018
V. Picasso RestaurantsChampaign, IL

Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
Developed full, tasting, and special events menus to meet all establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients at best prices.
Cooked for large groups of people efficiently, managing various types of food, including soups and entrees for events of more than 400.
Addressed customer complaints with openness and proactivity, attending to concerns personally and offering creative solutions to uncharted problems with food availability, temperature and quantity.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Food Science & Human NutritionMay 2018
University Of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignChampaign, IL

High School DiplomaMay 2013
Lake Zurich High SchoolLake Zurich, IL

University of Illinois Baseball

Scholarship D1 athlete for the University of Illinois, participating in college baseball from 2013-2017.
Played on the best Illinois Baseball team in history - finished season with a record of 50-10.
Participated in numerous philanthropy events to boost national exposure through banquet dinners, radio appearances, community service activities, etc.
Received the Big Ten Sportsmanship Award - May 2017.

Certifications

ServSafe Food Manager Certification - 2019

ServSafe Food Handler's Certification - 2019

BASSET Certification - 2018

First Aid & CPR Certification - 2017

Quotes

"You Learn More From Failure Than From Success. Don't Let It Stop You. Failure Builds Character."

"What You Lack In Talent Can Be Made Up With Desire, Hustle, and Giving 110% All The Time."

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Walker Bros Inc.
Lake County Stars (NFP)
Campus Living Villages
V. Picasso Restaurants

School Attended

University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Lake Zurich High School

Job Titles Held:

Restaurant General Manager
Director of Youth Baseball
Executive Chef
Sous Chef

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Food Science & Human Nutrition May 2018
High School Diploma May 2013

Restaurant General Manager Resume Example

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