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Brian Olsonoski

Prior Lake,MN

Summary

Accomplished Manager with extensive experience in front-of-house and back-of-house operations. Experienced Manager with strong leadership and relationship-building skills. Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively with technology, executive, and business audiences. Been with Buca for twenty plus years.

Work History

Paisano Partner

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
Burnsville, MN
10.2017 - Current
  • Assessed operational performance to measure compliance with regulatory, industry and brand standards
  • Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity
  • Assigned tasks and oversaw the direction of employees to ensure compliance with food safety procedures and quality control guidelines
  • Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles
  • Built revenue by delivering innovative catering services, leading region in catering sales
  • Kept facility and equipment in good working condition through regular preventive maintenance and repair schedules
  • Monitored business levels and realigned team positions to provide optimal coverage for customer demands
  • Developed and maintained exceptional customer service standards
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality
  • Mentored front of house personnel on company policies customer service techniques and professional communication
  • Trained all front of house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to ensure positive experience
  • Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques, and guest interactions.
  • Observed corporate rules and regulations and safety procedures.
  • Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective and lasting business relationships.

Chef Partner

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
Saint Paul, MN
10.2015 - 10.2017
  • Applied classic culinary training, awareness of market and menu trends, cost control process and team building to meet and exceed brand-based performance standards
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality
  • Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across all food service, storage, and preparation stations
  • Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels
  • Consistently obtained highest rating from the county health department
  • Performed restaurant walk-throughs to gauge timeliness and excellent service quality
  • Went from no experience in Kitchen to Executive Chef Role by pure knowledge and leadership with the BUCA family and culture
  • After 8 months I was promoted to a Corporate Training Chef out of the St.Paul location
  • I trained multiple people from multiple stores throughout the US area.

Assistant General Manager

Buca Di Beppo
Minneapolis, MN
09.2011 - 10.2015
  • Started as a Wait Assistant Trained in as a Server / Bartender Completed training program with the companyTrained : Corporate members - General managers - Assistant general managers - Bartenders - Servers - Wait assistantsExperience in management functions : Inventory - Floor management - End of day PC and book work - Traveled to other Buca's for management support Have performed training seminars / new information meetings for the restaurants and their staffServed as mentor to junior team members
  • Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program.Managed team of 30-50 of professionals.

Assistant Manager

Track and Trail
Bloomington, MN
02.2001 - 07.2001
  • Managed team of 12 professionals.Very high volume store

Assistant General Manager

Bostonian Shoes
Bloomington, MN
01.1999 - 02.2001
  • Achieved a management spot by the age of 18.Managed a store in the Mall of America and Ridgedale Mall within that time.Directed a team of 8-12 members ranging in age of 18-65Helped open a new store by managing operations and creating the floor visuals Great place to learn people skills
  • Handled escalated customer complaints to provide full resolutions and promote loyalty
  • Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs on a daily basis
  • Performed checkouts of servers and bartenders to ensure that all tickets were accounted for
  • Collaborated with the Executive Chef to analyze and approve all food and beverage selections
  • Counseled and disciplined staff, addressing issues promptly and providing constructive feedback
  • Core Qualifications
  • Inventory control
  • Budget development
  • Staff training/development
  • Staff motivation
  • Employee scheduling
  • Policy/program development
  • Consistently meet goals
  • Hard working
  • Fast learner

Education

Normandale Community College

Statistics and Microeconomics - Computer Science - Pre Business, Spanish

St. Cloud State University

Series 63 and Series 6 Financial Advisor Certified in both Series 63 and 6 - undefined

Kaplan University

High School Diploma - undefined

John F Kennedy High School
1999

Skills

  • PC Competent
  • Labor and food cost control Restaurant operations managementHiring and trainingOperations managementFull service restaurant backgroundOrganization and prioritization
  • Administrative skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Bilingual
  • Marketing
  • Guest relations
  • Human resources leadership
  • Event management
  • Quality Management
  • Time management

Timeline

Paisano Partner

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
10.2017 - Current

Chef Partner

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
10.2015 - 10.2017

Assistant General Manager

Buca Di Beppo
09.2011 - 10.2015

Assistant Manager

Track and Trail
02.2001 - 07.2001

Assistant General Manager

Bostonian Shoes
01.1999 - 02.2001

Normandale Community College

Statistics and Microeconomics - Computer Science - Pre Business, Spanish

St. Cloud State University

Series 63 and Series 6 Financial Advisor Certified in both Series 63 and 6 - undefined

Kaplan University

High School Diploma - undefined

John F Kennedy High School
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