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CHRISTOPHER NAKIS

Rochester

Summary

Dedicated, reliable and self-motivated business owner experienced in building companies of all varieties from the ground up. Team player with nearly 40 years’ experience in small business ownership.

Experienced with overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. Utilizes effective team leadership and organizational skills to ensure smooth daily operations. Track record of implementing efficient inventory management systems and staff training programs.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

A&G Food Service
04.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.


  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
  • Provide food delivery to customers and clients in Rochester area


Owner, Operator

Dogtown Corporation
12.1994 - 09.2022
  • Created initial concept for restaurant and menu
  • Managed day-to-day on-site business operations
  • Customer service and all operational chores including prep, cooking, cleaning, and training and managing employees.

Owner, Operator

Nakis Autocare, Inc.
12.1985 - 12.2004
  • Oversee mechanical repairs on automobile and trucks.
  • Oversee AAA contract and emergency road services calls and operate tow truck.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations including maintaining corporate books and records, customer service, generating automotive estimate or repairs for customers, maintain inventory of parts and supplies, ordering fuel and maintaining record of quantities sold, creating excellent work environment for mechanics and tow truck drivers.

Owner, Operator

Whitetail Images, Inc.
12.1997 - 12.2001
  • Raised financing for feature film as producer
  • Solicit talent and negotiate with agents, negotiate work contracts, negotiate with unions, work with bond company to create and maintain production budget, oversee all aspects of pre-production, production, post-production.
  • Coordinate and ensure the $1.397 million budget will be bring the feature film to market on time and on budget in the 8-month allotted time frame.

Education

BFA - Photographic Illustration

Rochester Institute of Technology

Skills

  • Leadership and People Development
  • Integrity and Transparency
  • Thrive Under Pressure
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Reducing Costs
  • Staff supervision
  • Food preparation

LANGUAGES

Greek – Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

A&G Food Service
04.2023 - Current

Owner, Operator

Whitetail Images, Inc.
12.1997 - 12.2001

Owner, Operator

Dogtown Corporation
12.1994 - 09.2022

Owner, Operator

Nakis Autocare, Inc.
12.1985 - 12.2004

BFA - Photographic Illustration

Rochester Institute of Technology