Professional Summary
My goal in life is to be successful by p roviding for people and satisfying their needs with exceptional respect and courtesy. I am currently enrolled at OCC with a transfer program to UIC University. I plan to continue my education in order to obtain a degree in Business Management and further my career, along with my managerial skills from my years of excelling at Cici's.
Special event catering professional
Knowledge of inventory practices
Management and leadership experience
Strong client-interaction skills
Organizing data and compiling summaries and tabulations
Service-oriented team player
Neat and clean in appearance
Knowledge of standard portion sizes and recipes
Honest, trustworthy and punctual
Food Standards enforcement
Restaurant Manager, 08/2011 to Current
Cicis – Niles, IL
Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
Carefully developed a lucrative annual food and beverage marketing plan and strict budget to maximize profits.
Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.
Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Promoted the business through participation in and sponsorship of community events.
Hostess, 04/2012 to 05/2013
Education
Accomplishments
Certifications
Pequod's Pizza – Morton Grove, IL
Answered telephone calls and responded to inquiries.
Assigned patrons to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotation.
Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in a sanitary condition
Cleaned and organized eating, service, and kitchen areas
Associate of Arts: 2018
Oakton Community College - Des Plaines, IL
Manager of the Month- June 2017
Manager of the Month- January 2018
Food Safety/Handling Certified
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