Daniel R. Tippett
Upland,Ca.
Summary
Results-driven Restaurant General Manager with 12 years in hospitality and seven years in military service. Expertise in leading front- and back-of-house operations, recruiting and training staff, managing inventory, and ensuring food safety. Dedicated to enhancing service quality, controlling costs, and driving team performance to achieve revenue growth.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager/Operations Manager
The Lobby
Riverside, CA
01.2022 - 08.2026
- Led daily restaurant operations, coordinating front- and back-of-house teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Managed scheduling, inventory, ordering, and vendor communication to support efficient operations.
- Monitored sales, labor, and operating costs to pinpoint areas for performance enhancement and expense management.
- Recruited, trained, and coached staff on service standards, food safety, and workplace SOPs.
- Oversaw compliance with alcohol service rules, health codes, and safety procedures.
- Resolved guest concerns promptly, fostering a welcoming and consistent dining experience.
Mixologist
The Whisper House
Claremont, California
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Created off-menu cocktails based on guest preferences.
- Ensured a diverse selection of craft cocktails for guest satisfaction. craft cocktails for all guest and bar top combined.
- Produced and crafted unique syrups and bitters, incorporating smoke and herbs for distinctive flavor profiles.
Bar Manager
Pomona Valley Mining Co.
Pomona, CA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed bar operations for hospitality venue, overseeing service, inventory, and daily workflow.
- Managed staff schedules, shifts, and frontline coverage across busy service periods.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered bar supplies from approved vendors.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
Bartender/Lead Server Trainer
Black Angus Steakhouse
Ontario, California
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Trained new servers on service standards and menu knowledge, enhancing guest communication and service quality.
- Coordinated pre-shift meetings and sidework to ensure optimal floor readiness for smooth restaurant operations.
- Handled cash drawers and machines, ensuring 100% accountability and accurate financial reporting.
Bartender / Server
Brio Tuscan Grille
Rancho Cucamonga, California
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Mixed cocktails and classic drinks following house recipes and standards.
- Prepared a variety of cocktails according to established recipes and standards. and classic drinks following house recipes and standards.
- Oversaw inventory management of bar supplies to maintain stock levels. of liquor, beer, wine, glassware, and bar supplies to ensure seamless bar operations.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Aviation Ordnanceman First Class
US Navy
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Effectively training over 4,200 sailors onboard USS Essex and USS Bonhomme Richard, in various live fire exercises to maintain ships' force protection certification and combat readiness.
- Effectively training over 4,200 sailors onboard USS Essex and USS Bonhomme Richard, in various live fire exercises to maintain ships' force protection certification and combat readiness.
- Completed deployments supporting OIF, OEF, and NAG QRF 2008, participating in various international maritime exercises and operations, including VBSS missions in north Arabian Gulf, Horn of Africa, Gulf of Yemen, Straits of Malacca, Straits of Hormuz, and other global waterways.
Education
Certificate of Fire Technology -
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, California 08.2015 - 01.2019
Certificate of Emergency Medicine Services - Emergency Medicine
SoCal EMT
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 11.2017 - 01.2018
Naval Cert. Free-Falling, Forward-Firing in Non-Nuclear Ordnance -
NASCTC
Coronado, CA 01.2014 - 04.2014
Naval Cert. Visit, Boarding, Search & Seizure (VBSS) in Surface Warfare Combatant -
Naval Cert. Range Safety Officer & Line-Coach Operator -
NASCTC
Naval Cert. Search & Rescue (SAR) fleet training -
NASCTC
RBS & Manager Food Handlers Card -
Skills
- Restaurant operations
- Budget control
- Vendor management
- Inventory management
- Labor Scheduling
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Crisis management
- Operational efficiency
- Performance assessment
Awards
Joint Forces Accommodation (JCOM) medal, Iraqi Campaign medal, OEI/OIF campaign medal, Good conduct medal & Navy achievement medal
Timeline
General Manager/Operations Manager
The Lobby
01.2022 - 08.2026
Mixologist
The Whisper House
01.2021 - 01.2022
Bar Manager
Pomona Valley Mining Co.
01.2019 - 01.2022
Certificate of Emergency Medicine Services - Emergency Medicine
SoCal EMT
11.2017 - 01.2018
Bartender/Lead Server Trainer
Black Angus Steakhouse
01.2017 - 01.2019
Certificate of Fire Technology -
Chaffey College
08.2015 - 01.2019
Naval Cert. Free-Falling, Forward-Firing in Non-Nuclear Ordnance -
NASCTC
01.2014 - 04.2014
Bartender / Server
Brio Tuscan Grille
01.2014 - 01.2017
Aviation Ordnanceman First Class
US Navy
01.2007 - 01.2014
Naval Cert. Visit, Boarding, Search & Seizure (VBSS) in Surface Warfare Combatant -
Naval Cert. Range Safety Officer & Line-Coach Operator -
NASCTC
Naval Cert. Search & Rescue (SAR) fleet training -
NASCTC