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Donald Hines

Troutville,VA

Summary

Experienced Restaurant Manager bringing demonstrated success in developing and motivating strong restaurant teams capable of handling extreme volumes of business. Keeps all areas clean and sanitized while managing inventory and preventing waste. Positive and upbeat with customers and team members alike.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

On Premise Sales Representative

Republic National Distribution Company
Roanoke, United States
02.2020 - Current
  • Always in the top percentage with sales numbers
  • Used excellent listening and problem-solving skills to work with customers and quickly resolve concerns.
  • Delivered top customer satisfaction, reviewing feedback closely and addressing needs and requests of account holders.
  • Handled customer concerns and issues effectively.
  • Stayed in open communication with existing customers to offer immediate access to new products.


District Manager

Crouch Insurance Service Inc.
Roanoke, United States
01.2006 - 11.2020
  • Cross-trained existing employees in order to maximize team performance
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate
  • Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing, and technology upgrades

General Manager

Sidecar
Roanoke, VA
11.2019 - 02.2020
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Implemented quality control initiatives while creating house-made cocktails, juice and preparations to reduce downtime and increase revenue.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.

General Management

Fork In The Market
Roanoke, VA
08.2017 - 11.2019
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews and training
  • Maintained appropriate food, beer, wine and liquor costs
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies
  • Organized special events in restaurant, including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons
  • Carefully developed lucrative annual food and beverage marketing plan and strict budget to maximize profits
  • Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition
  • Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands

Marketing and Entertainment Manager

Corned Beef & Co
Roanoke, United States
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Devised and deployed online marketing, social media and video campaign strategies
  • Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction
  • Prepared for and executed new menu implementations
  • Organized special events in restaurant, including receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons

State Manager

South East Community Care
11.2011 - 11.2015

• Sales Leadership: Directed sales activities across [State/Region], achieving or exceeding revenue targets and ensuring compliance with company policies and state regulations.

• Team Management: Recruited, trained, and supervised a high-performing sales team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented culture.

• Strategic Planning: Developed and executed state-specific sales strategies aligned with corporate objectives, driving market penetration and customer acquisition.

• Client Relationships: Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with clients, brokers, and partners, delivering tailored solutions to meet their insurance needs.

• Performance Analysis: Monitored sales metrics and provided regular performance reports to senior leadership, identifying opportunities for improvement and growth.

• Market Analysis: Conducted competitive analysis and identified market trends to adapt strategies and maintain a competitive

Education

High School Diploma -

Lord Botetourt High School
Daleville, VA

Still in Process - Business

Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA

Skills

  • Food plating and presentation
  • Staff management
  • Food preparation and safety
  • Marketing and advertising
  • Performance improvement
  • Inventory control and record keeping
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Recruitment
  • Cost-controls
  • Strong work ethic
  • Staff scheduling
  • Point of Sale (POS) system operation

Timeline

On Premise Sales Representative

Republic National Distribution Company
02.2020 - Current

General Manager

Sidecar
11.2019 - 02.2020

General Management

Fork In The Market
08.2017 - 11.2019

Marketing and Entertainment Manager

Corned Beef & Co
02.2014 - 12.2016

State Manager

South East Community Care
11.2011 - 11.2015

District Manager

Crouch Insurance Service Inc.
01.2006 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

Lord Botetourt High School

Still in Process - Business

Virginia Western Community College
Donald Hines