Avian George
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Expert in P&L management and team development, driving significant revenue growth while fostering a collaborative work environment. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Grain & Grit Collective
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Spearheaded development of new market strategy, significantly enhancing brand recognition and customer base with innovative advertising campaigns.
General Manager
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
08.2018 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Implemented efficient scheduling practices to ensure optimal staffing levels during peak business hours.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting strategies accordingly for continued growth in sales figures.
General Manager
Major Events & Catering
04.2008 - 08.2018
- Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Developed comprehensive event proposals that clearly outlined deliverables, timelines, budget requirements based on client input.
- Achieved increased client retention rates by providing exceptional customer service throughout the event planning process.
Education
English
Castle Park High School
Chula Vista06-2005
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Operations management
- Time management
- Training and development
- Inventory control
- P&L management
- Labor cost controls
- Process improvements
- Customer retention
- Deadline oriented
- Expense control
- Business development
Timeline
General Manager
Grain & Grit Collective
07.2024 - 02.2025
General Manager
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
08.2018 - 08.2024
General Manager
Major Events & Catering
04.2008 - 08.2018
English
Castle Park High School
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