Anthony Anglebrandt
Summary
Dedicated restaurant equipment sales and service professional bringing 20+ years in the restaurant community with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the business. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Michigan Restaurant Sales And Service
01.2013 - 04.2023
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
Food Service and Equipment Sales
Restaurant Depot
06.2010 - 01.2013
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
Executive Chef
Currents
12.2007 - 05.2010
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southfield High School
Southfield, MI06.1990
Skills
- Project Oversight
- Clientele Management
- Sales Development
- Business Optimization
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Financial Planning
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Industry Expertise
- Sales Strategies
- Inventory Control Processes
- Customer Relations
- Issue Resolution
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Cost Analysis and Savings
- Driven and Determined
- Professional Networking
- Negotiation
Timeline
Business Owner
Michigan Restaurant Sales And Service
01.2013 - 04.2023
Food Service and Equipment Sales
Restaurant Depot
06.2010 - 01.2013
Executive Chef
Currents
12.2007 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Southfield High School
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