Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Sarah Zaharako

Los Angeles,CA

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Lucky Strike
06.2021 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
  • Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for optimal profitability.
  • Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
  • Implemented staff training programs that improved service quality and increased customer loyalty.

General Manager

Sprinkles Cupcakes Inc.
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.

Case Manager

Downtown Womens Center
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw onboarding and mentorship, planned and executed meetings and developed project documentation.
  • Designed individualized service plans that took into account clients' goals and preferences.
  • Maintained accurate records and full compliance with government regulations and agency guidelines.
  • Initiated contact with appropriate service providers to request referrals and followed up to confirm appointments.

Assistant General Manager

Tap 42 LLC
11.2018 - 08.2020
  • Cultivated performance-based culture based on individual accountability, goal attainment and team achievement
  • Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures
  • Mentored and motivated team members to efficiently achieve challenging business goals
  • Created Training Manuals for all Front of House Departments
  • Hired and Trained a new staff for store openings

Bartender

Tap 42 LLC
07.2018 - 11.2018
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions such as trivia nights to bring in new customers
  • Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings
  • Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options

Server/Bartender

Doc B's Fresh Kitchen
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals

Server

Amici's Ristorante
05.2013 - 12.2016
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy sufferers
  • Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity

Education

Associate of Arts - Communications

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
01.2018

Skills

  • Training and development background
  • Business operations knowledge
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Team leadership expertise
  • Organized
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Lucky Strike
06.2021 - Current

General Manager

Sprinkles Cupcakes Inc.
01.2021 - 07.2021

Case Manager

Downtown Womens Center
09.2020 - 01.2021

Assistant General Manager

Tap 42 LLC
11.2018 - 08.2020

Bartender

Tap 42 LLC
07.2018 - 11.2018

Server/Bartender

Doc B's Fresh Kitchen
01.2017 - 05.2018

Server

Amici's Ristorante
05.2013 - 12.2016

Associate of Arts - Communications

University of South Florida
Sarah Zaharako