Hi, I’m
Dakota Driemeyer
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence. Results-driven with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cozy Home Cleaning LLC
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
2021.10 - Current (2 years & 11 months)
Job overview
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Maintained effective staff and resource utilization rates to balance financial and operational obligations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives such as competitive pricing metrics to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Led strategic and business initiatives to successfully grow revenue
- Increased company revenue by $205,000 in 8 months through aggressive new market strategies and industry partnerships.
- Coached and guided senior management to improve effectiveness and policy enforcement, resulting in improved employee job satisfaction and higher performance levels.
- Devised new promotional approaches such as client referral incentives to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Founded the business in late 2021 and developed cleaning procedures and services with client satisfaction in mind.
CJH Holdings LLC (DBA The Fainting Goat)
Assistant General Manager
2019.10 - 2022.07 (2 years & 9 months)
Job overview
- Completed inventory purchases and oversaw shipment processing.
- Kept restaurant compliant with all federal, state and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
- Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
- Recruited and hired employees offering talent, charisma and experience to restaurant team.
- Pitched in to help host, waitstaff and bussers during exceptionally busy times such as dinner hour.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits, maintaining 99% accuracy.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
CJH Holdings LLC (DBA The Fainting Goat)
Server
2019.01 - 2019.10 (9 months)
Job overview
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Elevated customer satisfaction through followup and enthusiastic customer service.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Completed table resets by wiping down surfaces and refilling condiments.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance.
- Enhanced dining room operations by removing empty dishes, glassware and silverware to shorten bussing times.
- Asked diners about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback to improve operations.
- Conferred with cooks to produce accurate orders, verifying accuracy prior to delivery.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
- Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
- Collaborated with bar staff to complete alcoholic beverage orders for guests in dining areas.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
Education
University of Southern California , Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Science from Economics
05.2026
University of Southern California , Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management
05.2026
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Business Development and Planning
- Advertising Initiatives
- Raising Capital
- Vendor Negotiations
- Menu Memorization
- Wine Pairings
- Order Accuracy
- Guest Relations Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 11 staff members at Cozy Home Cleaning, LLC and 28 staff members at the Fainting Goat.
- Oversaw and spearheaded operations to achieve six figures of revue in the first year at Cozy Home. On track to gross $305,000 in the next year.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issues through consumer testing both in the restaurant and in the housekeeping industry.
Affiliations
Business Networking International ~ Belleville, Il Chapter
Certification
- Food Handlers Training - 5+ Years
- Basset Training - 3+ Years
- Allergen Awareness Training - 5+ Years
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Cozy Home Cleaning LLC
2021.10 - Current (2 years & 11 months)
Assistant General Manager
CJH Holdings LLC (DBA The Fainting Goat)
2019.10 - 2022.07 (2 years & 9 months)
Server
CJH Holdings LLC (DBA The Fainting Goat)
2019.01 - 2019.10 (9 months)
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science from Economics
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management
- Food Handlers Training - 5+ Years
- Basset Training - 3+ Years
- Allergen Awareness Training - 5+ Years
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