**** ****** ******, *** *****, CA *****
201-***-**** • **********@*****.***
ASHLEY CARTER
PROFILE
Dedicated manager with strong work ethics; skilled in options evaluation and solutions procurement
Expert in office staffing; cost and labor control management
Skilled in optimizing management experience to achieve constructive order and efficiency within the company
Exceptional organizational and planning skills; adaptable; appreciate new challenges
Adept at communicating effectively with prospects, customers, vendors and staff
Able to develop employee skills to perform at their maximum potential; function best in a fast paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Aloha, PowerPoint and Adobe In Design
EDUCATION
Rutgers State University -New Brunswick, NJ Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 09’
EXPERIENCE
3/08-2/08 “The Fishery/Pacific Shellfish Inc.” -San Diego, CA
Service Manager/Restaurant Administrator
Created job postings, interviewed, recruited, hired and trained all new staff members after remodel of restaurant from March, 2008.
- Recognized by company owners for cultivating long term staff stability
Created, developed and implemented all Operational Systems and Procedures including employee manuals, forms, flow charts, side work lists, and job descriptions for all FOH staff
Managed over 55 employees; responsible for all employee oversight and disciplinary actions
Performed all beverage/merchandise inventory; controlled financial margins. Inputted all kitchen, retail, and FOH inventory
Responsible for ordering all FOH supplies including silverware, glassware, paper goods, merchandise, etc.
Responsible for ordering all beverages including alcohol; purchased all products within budget guidelines
Designed menus using “Aloha” and Adobe “In-design” software programs. Updated menus daily to update new menu changes; frequently reviewed product mix reports to aid in menu changes based on customer trends and preferences
Conducted weekly labor reports and daily sales reports
- Recognized by company for stream lining employee labor efficiency by 30%
Developed and implemented customer comment and email cards; updated participating customers of weekly specials and events
Resolved customer complaints swiftly and effectively
Developed new relationships for company; maintained and enhanced existing relationships with customers and vendors
Created and posted fresh update sheets nightly to make staff aware of all menu changes and specials
Initiated various server competitions to increase company sales and strengthen service
Entered all beverage invoices; responsible for tracking and inputting all wine sold
Responsible for all wine reconciliation, including wine at cost and comps
Monitored BOH for consistent sanitation, food quality and presentation
Reconciled restaurant bank daily; created daily restaurant deposits; settled credit card batches daily
Regularly posted memos to update staff of important notices
Assessed and conducted quarterly performance reviews for all employees
5/04-1/08 “Thirsty Moose Restaurant and Steak House” -Lake Hopatcong, NJ Daytime Manager
Created job postings, interviewed, recruited, and trained all staff including: bartenders, hostesses, waiters, bus boys, and food runners
Promoted customer satisfaction and guest loyalty regularly through personal interaction
Responsible for all payments to food and liquor vendors; responsible for maintaining all liquor and dessert inventory
Performed all daily opening and closing procedures including money handling, and menu modifications
Answered phones daily, took reservations and messages; assisted in planning for large parties and catering events
1/07-5/07 “Head Start” -North Brunswick, NJ Teaching Assistant
Taught several classes, prepared materials for lessons and projects
Assisted teacher in creating lesson plans
Helped build children’s self esteem and social skills
Received Certificate of Completion after taking classes in child and spousal abuse, family functioning and child neglect
*References available upon request.