Restaurant manager
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Oversaw delivery of exceptional dining experience to earn local business. Maintained low costs and turnover to generate greatest profit margins. Developed and executed daily management procedures including opening, closing, and cash handling. Analyzed customer consumer data and produced reports or evaluations supporting data-driven recommendations for improvement.

• Used winning attitude and creative promotion development to meet or exceeded sales goals monthly.
• Reduced waste 20% through expert application of forecasting and trend analysis.

Onboarded 4 new food waiters and service professionals to reduce stress on existing staff, bolster morale, and improve overall efficiency. Directed all aspects of employee integration, from interview to training programs.

• Assessed current daily operations to identify employee stress points and opportunities for improvement.
• Met with staff during one-on-one meetings to discuss possible solutions and ways to improve overall team efficiency.
• Launched hiring events and generated online postings to attract new talent.
• Conducted interviews and selected top prospects for introduction onto team.
• Outlined and facilitated onboarding, training, mentorship, and performance evaluation initiatives.

Delivered improved sales forecasts and profitability goals year-over-year (YoY) over 2-year timeframe. Leveraged research and analytical skills to formulate financial strategies.

• Analyzed past financial performances.
• Outlined ambitious short and long-term goals to promote stable profitability.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on competitor actions and successes.
• Remained updated on current trends and drove excitement during limited promotional runs and events.