Brendon Thompson
Sandy,OR
Summary
Self-motivated and result-driven professional with over 22 years of experience in restaurant management, food & beverage purchasing, & event coordinator/catering. Team player who thrives in a fast paced business environment that values problem-solving, leadership, innovation, & taking initiative.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Laundry Machine Operator
Oregon Corrections Enterprises
Salem, OR
02.2022 - 10.2024
- Maintained accurate records of loads processed daily including production totals, costs per load.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to the operation of commercial laundry equipment.
- Inspected finished products for cleanliness, damage or defects before packaging them for delivery or pickup.
RV Technician
A1 RV Mobile Service Technicians
Salem, OR
11.2016 - 04.2021
- Performed electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and refrigeration maintenance.
- Conducted troubleshooting tasks to diagnose issues and determine appropriate fixes.
- Completed preventive maintenance for customers to keep machines running at peak levels.
Harvest Intern
Lachini Vineyards
Tualatin, OR
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Assist winemaker in all areas of winery duties
- Managed picking, receiving and sorting, and processing of grapes
- Prepared additions for inoculation, nutrient management, adjustments, etc.
- Clean/sanitize tanks and all equipment used in crush and cellar operations
- Bottling, corking, labeling, and waxing of wine
Wine Steward
Farm Fresh Market
Richmond, VA
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Greeted customers and provided them with wine recommendations based on their tastes and preferences
- Help merchandisers with stocking shelves and setting up displays for their products
- Assist grocery buyer with ordering and selecting items for the store based on our customers specific tastes and shopping needs
Beverage Director and Sommelier
Laudisio Ristorante Italiano
Boulder, CO
04.2009 - 12.2015
- Led overall beverage department for a $2 Million, independent restaurant operation
- Managed, hired and trained staff of 50 employees
- Head Sommelier for bar and dining areas to assist guest with wine selection and food pairing
- Responsible for ordering, receiving, stocking, and maintenance of all beer, liquor, and wine
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer preferences for product selection or promotional strategies.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing sales figures, profits and losses in each beverage category, product mix analysis and other relevant information.
- Achieved 23% beverage sales increase over 3 years to achieve business KPIs
Dining Room Manager and Banquet Coordinator
Laudisio Ristorante Italiano
Boulder, CO
06.2003 - 03.2009
- Oversaw all day-to-day restaurant operations to ensure highest degree of customer satisfaction
- Established goals for overall profitability of the dining room operation.
- Responsible for all staff performance, food quality and presentation, and overall dining room needs
- Built and executed all staff training on customer service, safety protocols, and restaurant policies
- Created and successfully executed a strategic marketing plan to increase banquet sales and gain market share by 24% in 3 years
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Thompson Sea Girt House
Ocean City, MD
05.1997 - 04.2003
- Oversaw all daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow, and maintaining high standards of service
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT05-2000
Skills
- Problem-Solving Capabilities
- Cross Functional Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Business Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
Certification
- OSHA Forklift Operator Certified
- Food handlers certification
- Level 1 and 2 Sommelier certifications from Court of Master Sommelier
Timeline
Commercial Laundry Machine Operator
Oregon Corrections Enterprises
02.2022 - 10.2024
RV Technician
A1 RV Mobile Service Technicians
11.2016 - 04.2021
Harvest Intern
Lachini Vineyards
08.2016 - 11.2016
Wine Steward
Farm Fresh Market
05.2016 - 08.2016
Beverage Director and Sommelier
Laudisio Ristorante Italiano
04.2009 - 12.2015
Dining Room Manager and Banquet Coordinator
Laudisio Ristorante Italiano
06.2003 - 03.2009
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Thompson Sea Girt House
05.1997 - 04.2003
BBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Vermont
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