Victor Manuel LaraLaredo, Texas 78041

M: 956-898-2474M: 956-415-5176

victorlara052390@gmail.com

Summary:

I’m an assistant manager with the necessary common sense to run a full service restaurant. I dedicate myself to produce and save money for the company with planning and leadership. I encourage people to work efficiently, produce labor and sales.

Highlights:

Full service restaurant background Bilingual in English and Spanish Staff development talent Customer oriented Strong leader Marketing skills Supervisory skills Hiring and training Stable work history Administration of Clover, Pixelpoint and Bravo POS.

Experience:

Laredo Flavor, Danny’s Restaurant #7 March 2012-PresentAssistant ManagerLaredo Texas

Conducted meetings to ensure organizational efficiency. Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity. Efficiently resolved problems or concerns to the satisfaction of all involved parties (Clients, company and staff). Monitored restaurant and took appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards. Minimized loss and misuse of equipment through proper supervision and staff training. Assigned tasks and oversaw the direction of employees to ensure compliance with food safety procedures and quality control guidelines. Developed and maintained exceptional customer service standards. Ensured proper cleanliness was maintained in all areas of the bar and front of house. Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs on a daily basis. Maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality. Performed checkouts of servers and bartenders to ensure that all tickets were accounted for. Performed restaurant walk troughs to gauge timeliness and excellent service quality. Initiated negotiations regarding vendor contracts and kept updated records of contracts. Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees. Regularly updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials. Worked closely

with the chef and cooks to determine menu plans for special events or occasions. Counseled and disciplined staff when necessary. Knowledge in Clover POS System, Par-Pixelpoint POS, and Bravo System POS administration wise.

Four Seasons Landscaping June 2015- PresentSupervisorLaredo, Texas

Supervised the work being done by workers. Contributed ideas with the contractor over labor.

Wal-Mart Stores April 2014- August 2014Sales associateLaredo, Texas

Customer service. Clean and organize aisles.

Tortamex Restaurant June 2007- March 2012Assistant Manager, Cashier, CookLaredo Texas

Conducted meetings to ensure organizational efficiency. Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity. Efficiently resolved problems or concerns to the satisfaction of all involved parties (Clients, company and staff). Monitored restaurant and took appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards. Minimized loss and misuse of equipment through proper supervision and staff training. Assigned tasks and oversaw the direction of employees to ensure compliance with food safety procedures and quality control guidelines. Developed and maintained exceptional customer service standards. Ensured proper cleanliness was maintained in all areas of the bar and front of house. Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs on a daily basis. Maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality. Performed checkouts of servers and bartenders to ensure that all tickets were accounted for. Performed restaurant walk troughs to gauge timeliness and excellent service quality. Initiated negotiations regarding vendor contracts and kept updated records of contracts.

Education

Texas A&M International University 2017BBA: Business & ManagementLaredo, Texas, United StatesBusiness and Management with a minor in Organization Behavior.

Laredo Community College 2011ServeSafe Certification: CertificationLaredo, Texas, United StatesCompleted the standards set forth by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation for the ServeSafe food protection manager certification examination

Martin High School 2009High School Diploma: General StudiesLaredo, Texas, United States