Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Zachary Dabat

Oakdale

Summary

General Manager with extensive experience in restaurant operations and team development. Successfully revitalized multiple locations, including Robinson and Fox Chapel, by enhancing staffing and management practices. Achieved significant improvements in store performance and culture, training future GMs to ensure continuity and growth. Currently leading operations in Bridgeville, with a focus on ongoing improvement and support for team members.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Wholesomeburger (Five Guys Burger and Fries)
Bridgeville
06.2019 - Current
  • Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
  • Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
  • Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
  • Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
  • Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
  • Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
  • Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Cart Attendant

Walmart
Bridgeville
05.2018 - 03.2019
  • Gathered and corralled shopping carts and helped guests carry larger items.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store premises including floors, walls, restrooms, and parking lot areas.
  • Ensured all carts are in working condition and reported any damages.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Electromechanical Engineering

Pennsylvania State University
Altoona Pa

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Inventory management
  • Team building
  • Employee training
  • Project management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Performance evaluation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Operational oversight
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Sales tracking
  • Budget management
  • Training and coaching
  • Calendar management
  • Excellent communication
  • PC competent
  • Communication
  • Self motivation
  • Forecasting
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Staff training
  • Training management
  • Workflow planning
  • Staff supervision
  • Problem-solving
  • Staff development
  • Staff management
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • Servsafe-just got recertified this year
  • Five Guys manager Certificate

Accomplishments

  • Have trained multiple people up to becoming a General Manager all while running and maintaining one the busiest stores in Pittsburgh

Affiliations

  • Love sports, I used to play soccer but haven't in recent years.
  • I try to stay fit and active by working out

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Manager

Wholesomeburger (Five Guys Burger and Fries)
06.2019 - Current

Cart Attendant

Walmart
05.2018 - 03.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Electromechanical Engineering

Pennsylvania State University

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Community College of Allegheny County
Zachary Dabat