JOEL LUTKIEWICZ
Peoria
Summary
Professional with strong experience in managing restaurant operations, ensuring high standards and exceptional results. Proven ability to lead teams, adapt to changing needs, and optimize both front and back-of-house efficiency. Expertise in customer service, staff training, and inventory management. Known for fostering collaboration and consistently achieving goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
CAFE RIO, Lake Pleasant
07.2021 - Current
- Progressed from line cook to assistant manager at Cafe Rio, holding roles as cook, certified trainer, master trainer, and shift manager. Ran shifts, created purchasing orders, reviewed invoices, and handled customer affairs to ensure smooth operations. Assisted general manager with onboarding and interviewing processes for new team members.
- Managed daily operations to ensure seamless customer service and efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance performance and maintain high standards.
- Implemented inventory management techniques to reduce waste and optimize stock levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O’Connor High School
Peoria, AZ05.2021
No Degree - Education
Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZSkills
- Inventory management
- Financial oversight
- Team leadership
- Accountability in management
- Customer service excellence
- Effective verbal communication
- Client relations
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- Successful completion of the CHIEF ARCHITECT ACADEMIC CERTIFICATION EXAM- 9th of May 2019
- Passed the INTERIOR DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING SPRING 2019 TECHNICAL SKILLS ASSESSMENT
Timeline
Assistant Manager
CAFE RIO, Lake Pleasant
07.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O’Connor High School
No Degree - Education
Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College