Carl Ziegler
Springfield,IL
Summary
Proven leader and strategic planner, adept in securing profitable partnerships and enhancing team performance at Hickory River Smokehouse. Excelled in financial management and operational efficiency, achieving high client retention through personalized service. Skilled in human resources and relationship building, consistently driving business growth and fostering a cohesive work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
Hickory River Smokehouse
Springfield, IL
01.2020 - Current
- Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
- Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- Spearheaded successful client engagements resulting in repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied clients.
- Oversaw financial management of the firm, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
- Established clear communication channels within the organization, fostering collaboration among team members towards shared goals.
- Managed restaurant scheduling, foodservice and customer service.
- Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
- Directed successful turnaround of underperforming business units, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions for improved outcomes.
- Strengthened client relationships through personalized service and attention to detail, resulting in high retention rates and positive referrals.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Maintained building exterior and interior. Maintained all restaurant equipment and machinery.
Union Laborer
Liuna Local 477
Springfield, IL
08.2007 - Current
- Prepared job sites for new construction by clearing debris, grading land, and setting up necessary equipment safely and effectively.
- Maintained consistent progress on projects by assisting with the loading and unloading of materials and supplies for timely use onsite.
- Maintained a clean work environment, reducing accidents and fostering a professional atmosphere on job sites.
- Managed waste disposal for environmental compliance, resulting in cleaner job sites and reduced fines.
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by stepping in to assist fellow laborers with tasks when necessary, fostering a cohesive work environment.
- Expedited construction timelines through effective collaboration with fellow union laborers and subcontractors.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset through the ability to perform various manual labor tasks such as digging trenches, pouring concrete, or laying bricks when needed.
- Provided reliable assistance to skilled tradespeople, enabling smoother project execution and timely completions.
- Completed demolition tasks efficiently while prioritizing safety measures and adhering to regulations.
- Constructed sturdy scaffolding structures, ensuring safe access for workers throughout various stages of projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors, and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Education
G.E.D - Basic
Lanphier
Springfield, IL06.1995
Skills
- Strategic planning skills
- Industry Networking
- Payroll understanding
- Food safety expertise
- Foodservice Management Professional
- Human Resources Management
- Relationship and Team Building
- Leadership and People Development
- Planning and coordination
- Staff Management
- Employee Coaching
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Building maintenance
- Running bobcats and small machines
Timeline
Managing Partner
Hickory River Smokehouse
01.2020 - Current
Union Laborer
Liuna Local 477
08.2007 - Current
G.E.D - Basic
Lanphier