Dedicated and results-oriented Manager with a proven track record of success in leading high-performing teams within high volume establishments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Manager
Further Concepts (Baru, Vintage on Race)
Cincinnati
11.2023 - Current
Took over 5 months after opening, slashing turnover rates
Awards include Top 10 new restaurants (Cincinnati Magazine), Top 10 Restaurants Overall (CityBeat), 2024 Diners Choice Award (OpenTable)
Controlled all FOH and BOH scheduling, inventory, and ordering
Oversaw and assisted all aspects of opening Vintage on Race, including construction walk throughs, HR materials, menu creation, Vendor contracts and hiring
Reduced COGS by 16.5%
Created and implemented a full training program for all positions in the restaurant
General Manager
Brimstone WFG
Multiple Locations (FL, OH)
09.2017 - 10.2023
Operated a fine dining steakhouse with TCI in the 25%-30% range
Opened an upscale sports bar downtown, reaching profitability within the first year
Increased Sales year over year by 35%
Maintained a food cost below 29% and a Beverage Cost below 19.5%
Increased bottom line profits from $75,000 to $410,000 from 2019 to 2021
Collaborated with the kitchen team to optimize menu offerings and maintain food quality
Maintained highest shopper reports in the company, with a 3 month stretch of 100%’s.
Actively engaged with the local community through events and partnerships, enhancing the restaurant's reputation and driving customer traffic including Kroger Wellness Fest, WEBN, and Q102.9
Wrote all budgets, created and maintained operational strategies to ensure a profitable P&L
Assistant General Manager
PDQ
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2015 - 09.2017
Played a pivotal role in daily operations, assisting the General Manager in achieving revenue and profitability goals
Supervised staff, conducted training, and ensured that all team members delivered outstanding service to guests
Managed inventory and controlled costs by implementing efficient ordering and storage practices
Supported the General Manager in administrative tasks, including payroll, scheduling, and reporting.