Andy Knuth
General Manager
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced Managing Partner focused on improving Chicago Area Sales and Profitability. Entrepreneurial and hardworking mindset. Dedicated to expanding operations, delivering practical solutions and capitalizing on market trends.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Managing Partner
Cobblestone European Bistro
Chicago, IL
02.2019 - 09.2022
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
- Analyzed and presented financial standings and cost effectiveness to other partners and investors.
- Managed restaurant scheduling, foodservice and customer service.
- Developed and administered $800K yearly budget.
- Maintained Low employee turnover during pandemic.
- Managed a Social Media team with exposure on TV & Radio outlets nationally.
- Increased revenue by 30% with successful promotional strategies and reductions in costs.
- Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
Fitness Manager
XSport Fitness
Chicago, IL
04.2011 - 01.2019
- Implemented effective social media strategies facilitate new business and promote patronage in existing customers.
- Fostered positive working environment for all employees by encouraging staff members to voice opinions and concerns without fear of reprisal.
- Responded promptly to customer issues and resolved problems through effective communication and decision making skills.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of all fitness equipment and explained to customers how to properly use each machine.
- Trained newly hired employees, offering insight into job duties and providing positive feedback on work.
- Set clear sales goals for each employee, tracking progress and milestones and offering support and assistance.
Education
Sport & Hospitality Management - Corporate Wellness
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL08.1997
Skills
- Case Law and Outcome Analysis
- Manual and Policy Review
- Legal Document Preparation
- Corporate Structures
- Establishing Effective Relationships
Certification
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer
- CPR/AED Certified
- Basset & Food Handler Certified
- Summer Festival Food Vendor Sanitation Certified
Timeline
Managing Partner
Cobblestone European Bistro
02.2019 - 09.2022
Fitness Manager
XSport Fitness
04.2011 - 01.2019
Sport & Hospitality Management - Corporate Wellness
Northern Illinois University
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer
- CPR/AED Certified
- Basset & Food Handler Certified
- Summer Festival Food Vendor Sanitation Certified
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