Brad Swanson
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Food and Beverae professional with sales experience as well looking for a new start in anything but food and beverage, always up for a challenge and works well in a team enviroment. Experienced Food Service Manager with a proven track record of overseeing and optimizing food service operations. Proficient in managing staff, inventory, and budgets to ensure efficient and profitable operations. Skilled in maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and customer service. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Beverage Director
TG Golf Inc
Chandler, AZ
10.2018 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for purchasing goods and services at discounted rates.
- Added new menu options by consulting with talented chef to develop new recipes based on local, seasonal ingredients.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Created training programs for kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Managed food service sales, costs and budget administration to keep operations in line with financial targets.
- Monitored customer feedback through comment cards or online reviews and took corrective action as needed.
- Coordinated catering services for corporate events or private parties according to client specifications.
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
Driver
Uber
Phoenix, AZ
07.2016 - Current
- Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Reported any vehicle malfunctions or accidents immediately to management.
- Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
Food and Beverage Manager
Scottsdale Golf Group
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2016 - 09.2019
- In charge of department and all things involved and decisions
- Monitored employee performance by providing constructive feedback as needed during shift changes or at end of shift reviews.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
- Designed exceptional menus, purchased superior goods, continuously improved and modernized operations and liaised between guests, service staff and kitchen.
- Moved throughout dining and kitchen areas, visually monitored alignment with food quality and service standards and took relevant corrective actions.
- Drafted annual budgets which accurately reflected projected expenses for upcoming fiscal year.
- Partnered with chefs in developing new recipes while maintaining a cost-effective approach that maximizes profits.
Account Executive
Shamrock Foods Company
Phoenix, AZ
05.2006 - 06.2014
- Ran my route and grew sales and gp every year
- Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.
- Created marketing materials, including brochures and presentations, to showcase products and services.
- Developed pricing strategies tailored to individual clients based on their unique needs.
- Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
- Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
Education
Associate's degree - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ06.2002
Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Banquet Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Service Management
- Outside Sales
- Profit & Loss
- Food Preparation
- Catering
- Food Service
- Inventory Control
- Restaurant Experience
- Restaurant Management
- Kitchen Experience
- Menu Planning
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Cost control
- Labor management
- Sanitation standards
- Bar management
- Hospitality management
- Food and beverage operations
- Menu pricing
- Menu development
- Food presentation
- Catering coordination
- Banquet operations
- Portioning
- Records maintenance
- Nutrition
- Food trend analysis
- Recipe creation
- Food safety compliance
- Staff supervision
- Budget development
- Staff leadership
Certification
- Driver's License, 12/01/19, 12/01/38
- Food Handler Certification
Willingtorelocate
Chandler, AZ
Affiliations
- Safeserve manager certified
- Honors Art Institute of Phoenix
- Employee of the year 2006
Timeline
Food and Beverage Director
TG Golf Inc
10.2018 - Current
Driver
Uber
07.2016 - Current
Food and Beverage Manager
Scottsdale Golf Group
01.2016 - 09.2019
Account Executive
Shamrock Foods Company
05.2006 - 06.2014
Associate's degree - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of Phoenix
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