David Van Ostrand
Dependable and passionate General Manager with independent approach to handling high-volume customer loads. Well-versed in assisting wait staff with drinks and food orders. Excellent relationship-builder and multitasker always ready to support team needs. Serviced-focused and dedicated to giving every guest a positive experience to promote loyalty and repeat business. Sales leader with sound judgment, excellent planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Focused on leadership with the long game in mind and a growth mindset.
Work History
General Manager
2 Years 4 Months- Maintained and Open Table Rating of 4.7-4.8 throughout my tenure.
- Increased sales on all holidays over previous years, setting same store sales records and then beating them again the next year.
- Set same store sales record of 6.4 million in 2022.
- Increased Associate Opinion Survey scores two years in a row.
General Manager
17 Years 5 Months- Provide direct leadership to upwards of 120 personnel, including food and beverage managers, and an executive chef for a restaurant with revenues in excess of $200,000 per week.
- Oversee all restaurant operations, food and beverage, food safety handling, kitchen operations, staff training, and directly manage large wine inventory of more than $150,000.
- Increased carry out sales by 100% over 5 years. Nearly $1M in sales in 2020.
- Provide a “Customer Dining Destination” experience with superlative customer service that garners repeat business and customer loyalty.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
High School Diploma
Skills
References
Ryan Craig - Co-Founder Rootstock Hospitality Group - 317-716-8391
Peggy Baltz - Orthodynamics Company Inc. - Account Manager Cardio Patient Service - 317-250-8567
Larry Griggers - Former Owner/CEO Hoosier Hospitality Group - 317-850-4222