Assistant General Manager
Recognized as 2021 Kitchen Manager of the Year for outstanding performance throughout entire company of 80 domestic and international restaurants. Began employment as dishwasher and advanced to management position at company’s highest grossing location. Directly led back of house staff of 30 employees and further responsible for 60 front of house employees. Completed operations such as inventory, hiring, staffing, purchasing, scheduling, and equipment maintenance and repair. Oversaw labor and food costs to maximize store profit; minimized waste of product. Given proximity of restaurant to highly attended city events, analyzed and would revise budget and staff to accommodate increased volume of customers and sales. Trained senior managers and peers from fellow stores. Mentored employees and fostered their professional growth; found this aspect of leadership purposeful and rewarding. Developed important relations with clients, business associates, food delivery persons, transporters, culinary director, and upper management.