David Trado
Anderson,SC
Summary
Experienced Restaurant Owner with extensive experience in all aspects of running successful restaurants. Good verbal and written communication, conflict management and organizational abilities. Driven individual with proven history of maximizing productivity and revenue.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
Lula, Georgia
08.2004 - 09.2007
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth restaurant functionality.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract new customers.
- Trained and supervised staff to maintain high service standards.
- Created menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen
Assistant Manager
Tuckers Restaurant
Anderson, SC
06.2002 - 08.2004
- Managed daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Trained and mentored staff in customer service and food safety protocols.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
Teacher
Anderson School District 5
Anderson, SC
08.1997 - 05.2002
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and active participation.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Clemson University
Clemson, SC 05.1994 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Clemson University
Clemson, SC 05.1992 - 05.1994
T L Hanna High School
Anderson, SCSkills
- Daily operations management
- Marketing strategy development
- Menu creation
- Staff training and supervision
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Menu development
- Staff supervision
- Staff management
- POS system operation
- Table management
- Nutrition
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Teamwork
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
08.2004 - 09.2007
Assistant Manager
Tuckers Restaurant
06.2002 - 08.2004
Teacher
Anderson School District 5
08.1997 - 05.2002
Master of Arts - Education
Clemson University
05.1994 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Clemson University
05.1992 - 05.1994
T L Hanna High School