Jeanson Alvarado
Griffith
Summary
Experienced restaurant manager with a focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and staff training. Proven ability to enhance workflows and ensure compliance with health standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Taqueria El Viejon
Gary
06.2025 - Current
- Managed daily operations of the restaurant to ensure smooth service.
- Oversaw inventory management and ordering of food supplies.
- Implemented health and safety protocols in food preparation areas.
- Developed efficient workflows to enhance kitchen productivity.
- Enforced quality standards for food presentation and taste consistency.
- Monitored staff performance, providing feedback and addressing issues to improve team dynamics.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Assessed team members' skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and pinpoint areas for improvement, fostering a culture of continuous development.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Cultivated partnerships with vendors to ensure quality supply chain management. by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
Cashier
La Mexicana Grocery Store
East Chicago
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Processed customer payments using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Cashier
Millios Pizzeria
East Chicago
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Processed customer payments using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Monitored cash drawer daily to ensure accuracy in balance. with precision, maintaining accurate cash balance.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during peak hours.
- Assisted customers in selecting menu items and addressing inquiries to enhance their experience.
- Collaborated with team members to effectively promote daily specials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hammond Central High School
Hammond, IN05-2026
Skills
- Inventory management
- Health and safety regulations
- Operational efficiency
- Employee training
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Schedule preparation
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Time management
- Customer service
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Goal setting
- Lead generation
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Manager
Taqueria El Viejon
06.2025 - Current
Cashier
La Mexicana Grocery Store
05.2024 - 06.2025
Cashier
Millios Pizzeria
10.2022 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Hammond Central High School