I am an accomplished and experienced hospitality leader with a demonstrated history of creating unforgettable experiences that connect with audiences around the world.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando, FL
11.2024 - Current
Responsible for building schedules and ensuring proper staffing weekly for 154 team members
Assisted in streamlining the scheduling process, reducing time spent by an average of six hours weekly
Oversight of training and development of 25 new team members, ensuring consistent On the Job Training (OJT)
TSAT Champion, coordinating team member appreciation events and maintaining the TSAT & Communication Boards
General Manager of Premium
Levy Motorsports
Daytona Beach, FL
05.2024 - 11.2024
Directed over 300 employees, non-profit volunteers and temporary workers during the 2024 Coke Zero 400 & Straight Talk Wireless 400 racing weekends
Oversaw operations for on-site catering sales exceeding $123,000
Managed food & beverage catering and premium suites operations at Daytona International Speedway and Homestead-Miami Speedway
Assistant General Manager
Legends Hospitality
Tallahassee, FL
07.2023 - 05.2024
Led a team of 19 managers, generating $6.9 million in revenue and reduced labor costs year over year by 4.5%
Trained over 800 managers, employees & non-profit volunteers in alcohol service training
Managed the daily food & beverage operations at 5 campus venues at Florida State University including Doak Campbell Stadium and Dick Howser Stadium
Established standard operation procedures (SOPs), created and developed guest service, food safety/sanitation and operations trainings for concessions, suites and Champions Club Restaurant
Team named the 2023 4th Quarter MVP & 2023 Greatest Financial Performance – Year Over Year
Business Intelligence & Visiting Support Manager
Legends Hospitality
09.2021 - 07.2023
Provided West Coast Operations with data and analytic post event reports, sponsorship statistics to assist with improving business performance
Led operations at Tempe Diablo Stadium in Arizona for 2023 LA Angels Spring Training generating $1.9 million in food & beverage revenue
Traveled to support the following events: Super Bowl LVI, 2022 & 2023 CMA Fest, University of Southern California and Florida State University premium suites
General Manager
Legends Hospitality
Denver, CO
11.2019 - 09.2021
Generated $372,000 during three months prior to COVID with 19% food cost
Designed and implemented a customer service education program to align with the culture and ambiance of the 95-year-old Paramount Theatre
Trained bartenders on consistent beverage program tailored to each unique show type, enhancing the guests’ experience
Oversaw scheduling and processing payroll for 25 employees to ensure operational efficiency
Distributed post event financial reports to internal management as well as the building client, including revenue and per caps
Premium Clubs Manager
Aramark
Minneapolis, MN
02.2018 - 11.2019
Oversaw six premium clubs at U.S. Bank Stadium, enhancing hospitality for over 9,200 guests
Generated $6.9 million in total revenue, reflecting an 8.2% increase from previous year
Monthly completed total revenue and labor budgets to determine event profit or loss
Provided customer service education & premium dining training to over 150 employees
Managed relationships with food & beverage sponsors including: Crown Royal Whisky, EJ Gallo wines, MillerCoors, Absolut Vodka, New Amsterdam Vodka, Pepsi Co., Caribou coffee
Inventory & POS Software Project Lead
Aramark
Minneapolis, MN
06.2017 - 02.2018
Spearheaded implementation of Appetize back-of-house inventory system at Major League Sports venue.
Developed comprehensive training manual and conducted training sessions for 35 managers.
Oversaw go-live process to ensure seamless transition to new inventory system.