Arapoty S A Watanabe
Christchurch,Papanui
Summary
Adept at driving operational excellence, I elevated Brazooka BBQ Brazil's efficiency and customer satisfaction through expert menu development and staff management. Leveraging skills in business planning and customer engagement, I significantly enhanced food quality and service standards. My leadership fostered a team-oriented environment, achieving notable improvements in cost control and health code compliance. Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Owner
Brazooka BBQ Brazil
05.2024 - Current
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, maintaining a safe environment for both employees and patrons alike.
- Effectively managed payroll responsibilities while adhering to budgetary constraints, promoting cost-effective staffing practices across all shifts.
- Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and [Number] employees.
- Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
- Mentored and developed staff members, fostering an environment that promoted professional growth within the team.
- Managed financial operations for streamlined efficiency, reducing overall expenses and maximizing profits.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing high-quality service standards and staff training programs.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
Head Chef
Brazooka BBQ Brazil
06.2017 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Ensured timely delivery of all orders during busy services by implementing efficient workstations and streamlined plating processes.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Chef De Partie
Bedrock Stonegrill Bar
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
Chef De Partie
Vila Sa Barbosa
02.2010 - 07.2015
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
- Expanded culinary knowledge through continuous research on new techniques, flavors, and trends within the industry as a means of staying current with evolving consumer tastes.
Education
Level 3 And 4 - Culinary
Service IQ
Christchurch10.2021
MBA - Advertising And Marketing
Fundacao Getulio Vargas
Sao Paulo, Brazil02.2009
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management And Research
Escola De Propaganda E Marketing
Sao Paulo, Brazil07.2005
Skills
- Menu development
- Staff Supervision
- Business Planning
- Customer Engagement
- Inventory Management
- Staff Management
- Small business operations
- Food presentation
- Cost Control
- Financial Planning
- Delivery Scheduling
- Business marketing
- Online Ordering Management
- Waste Reduction
- Staff hiring
- Health Code Compliance
- Operations Management
- Labor Cost Controls
- Safe Food Handling
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Money Handling
- Kitchen staff coordination
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Brazooka BBQ Brazil
05.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Brazooka BBQ Brazil
06.2017 - Current
Chef De Partie
Bedrock Stonegrill Bar
08.2016 - 05.2017
Chef De Partie
Vila Sa Barbosa
02.2010 - 07.2015
Level 3 And 4 - Culinary
Service IQ
MBA - Advertising And Marketing
Fundacao Getulio Vargas
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management And Research
Escola De Propaganda E Marketing
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