Bradley Summers
Savannah,GA
Summary
Hospitality management professional specializing in financial performance and operational excellence. Proven success in driving net profit growth and optimizing team operations through strategic onboarding and effective employee training, leading to enhanced workplace culture and service quality.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Zunzibar
Savannah, GA
02.2023 - Current
- Stewarded the restaurant into its most financially profitable year, with a 15% net profit YTD.
- Monitors and reports on financial data, ensuring adherence to key operational metrics and company expectations.
- Implements and tracks local store marketing efforts, enhancing catering sales and fostering repeat business.
- Oversees all daily operations, managing a team of 50+ employees.
- Coordinates with HR and Accounting to establish effective onboarding procedures for new hires.
General Manager
New Realm Brewing Company
Atlanta, GA
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Led daily operations of a premier hospitality venue ensuring high service standards.
- Facilitated team meetings to align staff on goals, expectations, and operational changes.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Beverage Director
5 Seasons
Atlanta, GA
08.2013 - 02.2023
- Developed beverage menus featuring local craft beers and seasonal ingredients.
- Managed inventory systems for efficient stock control and ordering processes.
- Trained staff on beverage preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Coordinated special events, ensuring beverage offerings met guest preferences.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Coursework Toward B.S. in Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GASkills
- P&L Proficiency
- Financial Acumen
- Operational efficiency
- Inventory and cost control
- Employee Development
- Talent Management
- Team Leadership
- Safety management
- Customer service
- Conflict management
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager, 03/10/28
- Cicerone Level 1
Awards
- Top Sales Increase, awarded consecutively across 2025 for Q1, Q3, and Q4 Sales Growth
- Core Value Award (Zunzibar), Dream Bigger; personal development and goal-setting achievement
Languages
English, primary
Projects
- Restaurant Rebrand, Zunzibar, Savannah, GA, Implemented new menu rollout, including a full reconfiguration of all systems and reorganization of restaurant space, adopting new inventory and scheduling management softwares.
- NSO, Zunzibar, Tybee Island, GA
Timeline
General Manager
Zunzibar
02.2023 - Current
General Manager
New Realm Brewing Company
04.2019 - 02.2023
Beverage Director
5 Seasons
08.2013 - 02.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Coursework Toward B.S. in Nursing
Kennesaw State University