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Eric Shotto

South Abington Township,PA

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to a positive and empowering work culture that enhances employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Operations

Sodexo Campus Services
11.2019 - Current
  • Location: Keystone College
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations in accordance with business objectives.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Created effective sales promotions and marketing strategies to help grow retail sales.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Monitored financial performance, assisted with budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with customers, clients, and suppliers.
  • Successfully opened and operated a national brand - Steak 'n Shake.

Assistant Director of Dining Services

Chartwells Higher Education
08.2016 - 11.2019
  • Location: King's College
  • Oversaw the day to day operations of 6 retail accounts totaling annual sales of 3.5 million dollars. This included the opening of a Chick-fil-A, a bar and multiple internal brands.
  • Completed Chick-fil-A's 2 week Licensee Training Program in Atlanta
  • 2019 Chartwells national runner up for Retail Excellence in Sales.
  • Implemented a new POS software system, (Sequoia Retail Systems (Blackboard)) at all retail units, which included a Kiosk's ordering system at our retail food court and an unmanned convenience store.

Territory Sales Manager

Maines Paper & Food Service Inc.
12.2015 - 08.2016
  • Managed sales for multiple accounts totaling gross annual sales of 1.6 million dollars. Accounts included Guy Fieri's and Bistecca by Il Mulino
  • Communicated regularly with territory, regional, and strategic managers for daily support.
  • Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
  • Targeted prospects in my territory through careful research of competitor products, services, and trends.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.

Operations Manager

Sodexo
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Location: Mitchell College
  • Oversaw resident dining, 2 retail accounts, and the catering operation.

Retail Manager 2

Sodexo
01.2012 - 03.2015
  • Location: King's College

Retail/Marketing Manager

Sodexo
05.2010 - 01.2012

Location: Graceland University

Sodexo Student Sustainability & Marketing Intern

Sodexo
08.2009 - 05.2010

Location: Keystone College

Sodexo International Intern

Sodexo
07.2009 - 08.2009

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Keystone College
La Plume, PA
05.2010

Skills

  • Employee Development and Relations
  • Quality Assurance
  • Operations Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Financial Oversight
  • Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Proficient in all Sodexo based software
  • Price Structuring
  • Customer Relations

Certification

  • ServSafe Certification - Exp. 8-7-2024
  • ServSafe Alcohol Certification - Exp. 6-29-2026
  • Allertrain Certification - Exp. 6-12-2026
  • Chick-fil-A Licensee Training Program 12-14-2018
  • RAMP - Owner/Manager Training 3-6-2018

Affiliations

  • Secretary of the South Abington Township Parks & Recreation Committee 2020 - Current
  • Volunteer Firefighter for the Queen City Hose Company #8
  • Member of the Laborers' Advancement & Benevolent Association

Timeline

Director of Operations

Sodexo Campus Services
11.2019 - Current

Assistant Director of Dining Services

Chartwells Higher Education
08.2016 - 11.2019

Territory Sales Manager

Maines Paper & Food Service Inc.
12.2015 - 08.2016

Operations Manager

Sodexo
03.2015 - 12.2015

Retail Manager 2

Sodexo
01.2012 - 03.2015

Retail/Marketing Manager

Sodexo
05.2010 - 01.2012

Sodexo Student Sustainability & Marketing Intern

Sodexo
08.2009 - 05.2010

Sodexo International Intern

Sodexo
07.2009 - 08.2009

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Keystone College
Eric Shotto