Robert Gilstrap Email & Phone Number

Bakersfield, California, United States

Overseas all operations driving performance and efficiency.

United States

Laneys Pizza wood fire pizza all ingredients homemade hand crafted. Old world pizza.

United States

On and off working projects. Screenplays for tv commercials and movies short movies anime and cartoons

Bakersfield, California Area

Bakersfield, California Area

Set goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicate them to subordinatesOrganize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasksMonitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coachingReceive complaints and resolve problemsMaintain timekeeping and personnel recordsPass on information from upper management to employees and vice versaPrepare and submit performance reportsDecide on reward and promotion based on performanceHire and train new employeesEnsure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need arisesProven experience as supervisor or relevant roleFamiliarity with company policies and legal guidelines of the fieldAbility to learn a variety of job descriptionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsOutstanding organizational and leadership skillsGood knowledge of MS OfficeDiploma/Certificate in first line management or relevant field

Bakersfield, California Area

• Manage a team of front of house staff including scheduling, training, and generalsupervision• Oversee that all opening and closing duties of the outlets are completed correctlyand that cleanliness and maintenance are maintained• Responsible for daily deposits, and the correct operation of the POS systems• Balancing of all daily and nightly cash drawers and POS• Inventory and maintenance of par levels for front of house items and those usedwithin the Narrows Café• Providing excellent customer service to guests and excellent leadership toemployees• Enforce and monitor all health, safety, and sanitation standards in their area• Assist with catering function management• Handle guest complaints according to provided guidelines• Work closely with the Back of House Manager to provide a seamless experience• Will report directly to the Food and Beverage Manager• Responsible for quality assurance of products leaving their outletsCost Accounting, Developing Budgets, Financial Planning and Strategy, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Verbal Communication, Customer Focus, Management Proficiency, Managing Profitability, Quality Focus.Maintain safe, secure, and healthy facility environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with health and legal regulations; maintaining security systems.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in the restaurant industry; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; bench marking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.Accomplishes company goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Bakersfield, California Area

Department Supervisors train, coach and develop associates in each department to ensure customers receive excellent service and can easily find the merchandise they need. In addition they provide valuable input into merchandising decisions to the Store Management Team and Operations Team. Department Supervisors have strong product knowledge and the ability to lead and develop others. Specific store departments may include Building Materials, Décor, Electrical, Flooring, Gardening, Hardware, Kitchen & Bath, Lumber, Millwork, Paint, Plumbing, Pro Account Sales, Tool Rental, Front End, Freight, Receiving, Associate Support, Special Services, and Merchandising Execution.

Bakersfield, California Area

Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards Responsible for ordering food products according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are received in accordance with the restaurant’s receiving policies and proceduresControl food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures including checking and maintaining proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control pointsFill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operationsWork with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu itemsEnsure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s preventative maintenance programsManage day to day operations, overseeing both FOH and BOH staffProvide our guests with a memorable experience in order to enure their returnBe responsive to customer complaints or inquiriesEnsure that a quality product is being delivered to our guestsRun great shiftsBe a leader to the team and provide constructive feedbackForecast and maintain inventory in a cost efficient mannerComply with safety and sanitation regulationsActively promote the company (product, services and promos)Create a positive work environment and maintain our company cultureSolve any issues that may arise (guests, staff, restaurant maintenence, etc.)

Redding, California Area

Started as a Server. Grew with company and worked all positions in the restaurant. I was chosen to be a part of the foundations of leadership program. Picked out of 2 in the state of California. Preps section and readies for serviceGuides each guest through the menu, offering suggestions that cater to the guests needs or that feature what we do bestBe mindful and ensure that each order sent to the kitchen takes into account any dietary or allergy restrictionsPace each course and keep lines of communication open with the kitchen chef or expediterRead each table and guest and anticipate their needsPerform table maintenance by clearing courses as necessary; replacing utensils; ensuring water glasses stay full; being present and aware in order to assist with any spills or special requestsDeliver check and process payment in a timely manner, thank guests and ask that they returnParticipate in running sidework throughout the shift, running food or drinks, assisiting in pre-bussing tables, sweeping floors, helping teammatesGreets and seats guests, presents menus to guests, informs them of special catch and soupsTreats all guests in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strives to exceed guests’ expectationsTakes names on a waiting listRuns the floor plan boardObserves tables and keeps track of clean, dirty and occupied tablesTakes guest information and quotes wait times to guests accurately when tables are not immediately availableCleans, organizes and stocks menus at host areaAnswers phone and answers questions concerning the menu and restaurantInteracts with guests as they arrive and as they leave the restaurant to ensure positive dining experienceFills to-go orders, if applicableMaintains restrooms throughout shiftEnsure the efficient flow of orders from the waiters to the kitchenEnsure orders are being prepared with the correct priorityAssist in the final preparation of dishesRunning all operations under GM

Columbus, Ohio Area

Plant Manager for Folders Bedeling is responsible for day-to-day and strategic leadership and management of operations in our Columbus plant. This role oversees plant operations to achieve short and long-range business goals in safety, quality, customer service, costs, efficiency, and raw material usage yields.Assist the Chief Operations Officer in setting key performance objectives (KPOs), operational indicators, and strategies; and lead execution to achieve objectives.Ensure performance objectives are cascaded to all Leadership Team Members.Ensure collaboration with Plant Leadership Team and cross functional partners through inclusive leadership and decision making.Communicate effectively with hourly team members, individually and in team meetings, to ensure hourly team members feel heard and engaged.Ensure all hourly team members understand all plant performance indicators and receive regular feedback on the plant’s performance.Lead the production team to meet our customer quality and delivery expectations.Lead the Operations activities necessary to ensure regulatory compliance, manage/ prevent risk, and maintain an effective business continuity strategy.Establish and sustain a culture of continuous improvement to identify and implement improvements in processes, work methods, and process execution that improve operational performance.Hire, develop and retain management, and operations staff.Provide direction, leadership, mentoring, and motivation to build and maintain a high performing plant.Ensure that each department has the appropriate management and lead personnel who are responsible for fully training all positions to create an efficient operation.Provide leadership on the management activities needed to acquire, train, and retain effective staff in all positions.Participate in annual plan development, and directs communication, implementation and execution of operations plans.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Study of Pizza craft. Culinary Italia

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Creative Writing, 3.5

Activities and Societies: Scripts social club/ LA Arts and drama programStudy creative writing and movie history. In depth history movie.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Business Administration And Management, General

Sports Management, Nutrition Sciences, 3.8

Activities and Societies: Tackle Football