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Caroline Schnepper

Crest Hill

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence and leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to operational growth

Overview

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1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Restaurant Manager

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
Naperville, IL
06.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Improved overall labor cost management by effectively scheduling staff according to business needs.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Coordinated special events and private parties, providing exceptional experiences for guests.
  • Reduced food waste by monitoring inventory levels and ordering supplies based on demand predictions.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.

Restaurant Manager

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
Oak Brook, IL
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations including kitchen operations to ensure high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented staff scheduling to optimize labor costs while meeting customer demand.
  • Trained and mentored staff in service standards and operational procedures.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.

Assistant Office Manager

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
Oak Brook, IL
06.2024 - 03.2025
  • Coordinated daily office operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource management.
  • Provided support during audits by organizing documentation and facilitating information access.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion by adhering to confidentiality protocols at all times.
  • Provided support to managers with clerical and financial tasks including reconciling invoices and guest relations. Communicated and solved supply chain issues with managers, vendors, and suppliers.

Supervisor

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
Oak Brook, IL
08.2023 - 03.2025
  • Assist managers in supervising daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and exceptional guest experiences
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly, fostering a positive dining environment and encouraging repeat business.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization's core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.

Server/Bartender

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaraunts
Oak Brook, IL
06.2022 - 03.2025
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
  • Trained new staff on service protocols and menu offerings, ensuring high-quality standards.
  • Acted as a Coopers Hawk brand ambassador, inviting guests to join the wine club and providing information on benefits.
  • Developed relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.

Host

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
New Lenox, IL
09.2020 - 06.2022

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  • Trained and mentored new hosts on service protocols and customer engagement techniques.
  • Managed reservation system to optimize seating arrangements and reduce wait times.
  • Developed efficient workflows for greeting guests, managing waitlists, and facilitating table turnover.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Contributed to team success through effective communication and cooperation with coworkers and management.

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
06.2022

Skills

  • POS system operation
  • Labor management
  • Cost control
  • Health and safety regulations
  • Staff training
  • Recruitment
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Effective communication
  • Passion for customer satisfaction

Certification

ServSafe Food Safety

ServSafe Allergen

ServSafe Alcohol

Timeline

Senior Restaurant Manager

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
06.2025 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
03.2025 - 06.2025

Assistant Office Manager

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
06.2024 - 03.2025

Supervisor

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
08.2023 - 03.2025

Server/Bartender

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaraunts
06.2022 - 03.2025

Host

Piccolo Buco by Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurants
09.2020 - 06.2022

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Joliet Junior College
Caroline Schnepper