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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
2017.10 - 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
2015.10 - 2017.10
  • 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
2011.09 - 2015.10
  • 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
2001.02 - 2001.07
  • Managed team of 12 professionals.Very high volume store

Assistant General Manager

Bostonian Shoes
Bloomington , MN
1999.01 - 2001.02
  • 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
2017.10 - Current

Chef Partner

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
2015.10 - 2017.10

Assistant General Manager

Buca Di Beppo
2011.09 - 2015.10

Assistant Manager

Track and Trail
2001.02 - 2001.07

Assistant General Manager

Bostonian Shoes
1999.01 - 2001.02

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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