Christopher Kaska
Sherman,Tx
Summary
7 years experience FOH management or general management, 9 years experience in BOH or kitchen management. Background includes operator of professional and successful restaurant companies, specializing in unique concepts and high volume complex fast paced working environments. Strong and diverse background in culinary industry and restaurant management, dedicated to 'critical parts' of the hands on kitchen process. Instrumental within several POS systems such as granberry solutions, thrive, diamond touch, and aloha. Key role in constructing data entry spreadsheets, proposing labor budgets and controlling food costs. Management and consulting with marketing possibilities. Customer-oriented General Manager with 20 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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Ford Sports Village, Dugout Sports Grill
2022.04 - Current
- Food and beverage director
- Negotiating college food and beverage contracts
- Creating a New Restaurant Menu
- Balancing Food Cost and Labor
- Coordinating Schedule for restaurant and multi unit concession stands to accommodate softball, baseball, football, soccer, tennis, and rugby tournaments on a weekly basis
- Managing facilities year round with all private sporting fields
- Creating a catering Menu and marketing to near by businesses.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- 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.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Partner - Pitmaster
HAMMS BBQ and Burgers
2021.01 - 2022.04
- Managing staff during shifts
- Daily opening and closing
- Food ordering
- Managing labor and food costs.
- Achieved successful client outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs and goals.
- Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships.
- Monitored partner performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
Assistant General Manager
Kelly’s Craft Tavern
2020.01 - 2021.01
- PNL reports, labor and sale spreadsheets
- Nightly closing and handling of deposits
- Responsible for kitchen, bar, and wait staff.
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with the General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
General Manager
PALIO’S PIZZA CAFE 33 GROUP LLC
2016.01 - 2020.01
- Daily operations of scheduling, ordering product, and managing staff to obtain the highest level of customer service and satisfaction possible
- Hands on controlling in procedure consistency and the quality of food
- Contributing in FOH and BOH operations to achieve consistency in a high energy atmosphere.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Coordinated with other regional managers to share best practices, streamline processes, and improve overall organizational effectiveness.
- Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
- Developed processes to save on costs and prevent losses.
Chef and Kitchen Management
CADILLAC PIZZA PUB 33 GROUP LLC
2013.01 - 2014.01
- 2013 runner up for best pizza in DFW
- Everything from scratch daily made dough to house made meatballs, salads, and pastas
- Controlling and setting up staff for success in a high volume pizzeria pub
- From farm to table ordering local produce and meats on a daily basis to ensure the highest quality product.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
General Manager
PALIO’S PIZZA CAFE 33 GROUP LLC
2011.01 - 2013.01
- Worked in FOH and BOH to attain top efficiency
- Hands on controlling in procedure consistency and the quality of food
- Extensive experience with controlling great customer relations and attaining a friendly welcoming environment.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Dallas Art Institute
Dallas, TX2008
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem Resolution
- Operations Management
- Team Player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Effective leader
- Time Management
- Staff Training
- Relationship Building
- Inventory Control
- Operational Efficiency
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Staffing oversight
References
Personal and Professional references upon request
Timeline
General Manager
Ford Sports Village, Dugout Sports Grill
2022.04 - Current
Partner - Pitmaster
HAMMS BBQ and Burgers
2021.01 - 2022.04
Assistant General Manager
Kelly’s Craft Tavern
2020.01 - 2021.01
General Manager
PALIO’S PIZZA CAFE 33 GROUP LLC
2016.01 - 2020.01
Chef and Kitchen Management
CADILLAC PIZZA PUB 33 GROUP LLC
2013.01 - 2014.01
General Manager
PALIO’S PIZZA CAFE 33 GROUP LLC
2011.01 - 2013.01
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Dallas Art Institute
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