Chris Bradley
Laguna Niguel,Ca
Summary
Customer-oriented General Manager with 30 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
The Beachfire
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
Senior Manager
Zov’s Bistro
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Responsible for overseeing 3 restaurants in Tustin, Newport Coast and Irvine
- Executed a roll out and execution of a new menu
- Interviewed and hired and terminated all line employee's as well as management
- Trained managers for all 3 locations
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Established strong relationships with clients and vendors, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Regional Manager
Eureka Food Group
08.2016 - 03.2020
- Responsible for daily operations for 18 restaurants in 3 states
- led teams in opening of 2 restaurants and started groundwork for a third including permits, hiring, establishing vendors, all training and grand openings
- involved in transition of 2 full service restaurants that we acquired
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely resolution of escalated issues and proactive communication on product updates.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process reviews, employee engagement initiatives, and open channels of communication.
- Established and maintained operational standards for 18 locations.
General Manager
Zov's
06.2007 - 09.2016
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CASkills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem Resolution
- Operations Management
- Team Player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Effective leader
- Training and coaching
- P&L Management
Timeline
General Manager
The Beachfire
03.2022 - 12.2023
Senior Manager
Zov’s Bistro
03.2021 - 12.2021
Regional Manager
Eureka Food Group
08.2016 - 03.2020
General Manager
Zov's
06.2007 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
California State University - Fullerton