Kathryn Romniak
Bridgeview,IL
Summary
As a multi-talented Restaurant Manager I am ready to take 15 plus years of experience to a new position. A true team leader and innovative problem solver with a resourceful and flexible approach. With an eye for detail, I am very knowledgeable when it comes to business operations involving store management, financials, food safety and audits. I have experienced regular audits throughout my years and and understand what is involved. My passion is about helping customers receive the best quality food and service in my restaurant.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant General Manager
Fry The Coop
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
- Elevated team performance by mentoring staff in customer service best practices.
- Optimized inventory management strategies, reducing waste and maintaining ideal stock levels.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and refine merchandising strategies effectively.
- Streamlined onboarding by developing comprehensive training programs for new hires.
- Improved food safety compliance through rigorous daily checks and enhanced procedures.
Manager
Nandos Peri Peri
Chicago, Illinois
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Enhanced store operations by maintaining standards and overseeing daily activities.
- Facilitated recruitment and onboarding processes to build a strong team.
- Coached team members to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures.
- Developed efficient schedules aligned with sales trends for optimal guest experiences.
- Ensured strict adherence to food safety regulations, focusing on chicken preparation.
- Managed inventory orders and quality checks to meet food service standards.
General Manager
Panera Bread
04.2009 - 01.2023
- Ensured high operational standards, enhancing overall café performance and customer experience.
- Coached management team to uphold café operations aligned with company standards.
- Monitored costs effectively, optimizing food, labor, and operating expenses for profitability.
- Oversaw food orders, production standards, and inventory management for operational efficiency.
- Trained team members on new procedures, ensuring consistency and quality in service.
- Recruited passionate individuals, enhancing café team dynamics and service quality.
Co-Teacher
Grand Avenue Preschool
09.2008 - 05.2009
- Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
- Established clear objectives for all lesson, units and projects.
- Mentored and counseled students with adjustment and academic problems.
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning media to increase student understanding of course materials.
Child Care Team Member/Manager
Lifetime Fitness
08.2002 - 05.2008
- Educate and entertain children in fun safe surroundings.
- Supervise and coach other team members.
- Maintain a clean, tidy, germ free play area.
- Schedule writing, ordering, budget review and discipline.
Education
No Degree - Psychology/Teaching
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois, ILSkills
- Store safety
- Food safety
- Team management
- Multitasking and organization
- Pre-shift walk-through
- Health code compliance
- Food preparation
- Sanitation standards
- Allergy awareness
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Operations management
- Inventory management
- Policies and procedures
- Store maintenance
- Schedule coordination
- Report generation
- Customer service
- Employee coaching
- Time management
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Created orientation procedures
- Enhanced temperature logs to monitor food safety
- Developed training manuals for store consistency
Certification
- Servsafe manager certification food and allergy
- Basset liquor certification
Timeline
Restaurant General Manager
Fry The Coop
07.2024 - Current
Manager
Nandos Peri Peri
01.2023 - 07.2024
General Manager
Panera Bread
04.2009 - 01.2023
Co-Teacher
Grand Avenue Preschool
09.2008 - 05.2009
Child Care Team Member/Manager
Lifetime Fitness
08.2002 - 05.2008
No Degree - Psychology/Teaching
Eastern Illinois University