Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Intern
Darina Healy

Darina Healy

Caherciveen

Summary

Driven, personable, and dedicated to providing exceptional customer experiences. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of restaurant operations and management, with focus on inventory control and financial planning. Aims to create thriving business environment, delivering high-quality service and fostering community engagement.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Owner

Darina Healy
06.2019 - 11.2023
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.

Restaurant Owner

Darina Healy
02.2015 - 10.2018

As per most recent position.

Manager of Operations

Skelligs Chocolate
09.2012 - 01.2015
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing overall operational expenses without compromising service quality.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for staff members.
  • Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
  • Optimized inventory control procedures to minimize stockouts and excess inventory levels.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing effective training programs and performance management systems.

Food Production Specialist

Ballycarbery Fine Foods
09.2009 - 09.2012
  • Implemented cost-saving measures within the production line without compromising product quality or safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, resulting in increased productivity and reduced downtime.
  • Identified bottlenecks in the production process, developing solutions that resulted in faster turnaround times for finished goods.
  • Improved food production efficiency by implementing new strategies and equipment.
  • Supported continuous improvement efforts by analyzing data from various sources and suggesting areas for further optimization of operations.
  • Maximized resource utilization by optimizing batch sizes and minimizing changeover times between different products.
  • Optimized inventory management for raw materials, ensuring timely availability for daily production needs.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper handling techniques, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintaining consistent product quality.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Teaching English As A Second Language

TEFL Institute
Ireland
11.2024

Certificate Of Technical Studies - Accounting

Accounting Technician Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
06.2015

Certificate Of Technical Studies - HACCP

TEAGAS
Dublin
02.2012

Skills

  • Business planning
  • Customer engagement
  • Staff management
  • Small business operations
  • Employee scheduling
  • Cost control
  • Staff hiring
  • Health code compliance
  • Allergy awareness
  • Quality control

Timeline

Restaurant Owner

Darina Healy
06.2019 - 11.2023

Restaurant Owner

Darina Healy
02.2015 - 10.2018

Manager of Operations

Skelligs Chocolate
09.2012 - 01.2015

Food Production Specialist

Ballycarbery Fine Foods
09.2009 - 09.2012

Advanced Diploma - Teaching English As A Second Language

TEFL Institute

Certificate Of Technical Studies - Accounting

Accounting Technician Ireland

Certificate Of Technical Studies - HACCP

TEAGAS
Darina Healy