Edward Gaytan
Summary
Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level -Bartender- position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Red Devil Pizza Upland
06.2023 - Current
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Graphic Designer
Freelance
09.2016 - Current
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Conceptualized unique logo designs for startups, establishing strong visual identities that resonated with target markets.
General Manager
Papa John's Pizza
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Managed all aspects of daily operations, including managing budgets, inventory control, and vendor relations.
- Effectively managed labor costs by monitoring productivity levels among staff members and making strategic scheduling decisions.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive outcomes.
Graphic Designer
RNS Channel Letters
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
Education
Bartending
Riverside Bartending School
Riverside, CA07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
California State University- San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06.2016
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Platt College-Ontario
Ontario, CASkills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem Resolution
- Operations Management
- Team Player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Customer Relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
General Manager
Red Devil Pizza Upland
06.2023 - Current
General Manager
Papa John's Pizza
10.2020 - 05.2023
Graphic Designer
RNS Channel Letters
01.2019 - 09.2020
Graphic Designer
Freelance
09.2016 - Current
Bartending
Riverside Bartending School
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
California State University- San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Platt College-Ontario
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