Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Eric Starling

Live Oak,FL

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Arby's Lamont, Fl.
Lamont, FL
2021 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Managed staff scheduling, optimizing labor costs while maintaining service levels.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance team performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust inventory management strategies.

Owner/Operator

Fish Lips Bar & Grill
Jacksonville, FL
2010 - 2019
  • Developed and implemented operational procedures to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and hygiene compliance.
  • Trained and mentored staff on menu offerings, food preparation techniques, and customer service excellence.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to reduce waste and control costs.
  • Coordinated special events and promotions, driving increased patron engagement and revenue growth.
  • Established vendor relationships for timely supply procurement, negotiating competitive pricing for ingredients.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in service delivery and menu selection.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.

Asst. G.M.

Chili's Bar and Grill
Columbia, SC
2005 - 2010
  • Managed daily operations to enhance guest satisfaction and streamline service efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service protocols and food safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to implement promotional strategies, increasing customer engagement.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and optimize inventory management processes.

Manager

Red Lobster
Herndon, VA
2000 - 2005
  • Oversaw daily restaurant operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service protocols and menu knowledge.
  • Implemented inventory management practices to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
  • Developed staff schedules to optimize labor costs while maintaining service quality.

Team Trainer

Shell's Seafood Restaurant
Kissimmee, FL
1992 - 2000
  • Developed training materials to enhance onboarding processes for new team members.
  • Delivered hands-on training sessions, ensuring staff proficiency in menu items and customer service standards.
  • Monitored team performance, providing constructive feedback to foster skill development and confidence.

*Collaborated with management to identify training needs and implement effective solutions for team improvement.

*Opened 6 new stores in the Midwest and Florida. Trained new employees and staff in front of the house, back of the house and bar procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology And Business

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
06-1996

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Time management
  • Training and coaching
  • Team leadership
  • Customer relations
  • Training and development
  • Inventory control
  • Verbal and written communication
  • P&L management

Certification

Serv Safe Certified

Florida food handler's Certified

Timeline

General Manager

Arby's Lamont, Fl.
2021 - Current

Owner/Operator

Fish Lips Bar & Grill
2010 - 2019

Asst. G.M.

Chili's Bar and Grill
2005 - 2010

Manager

Red Lobster
2000 - 2005

Team Trainer

Shell's Seafood Restaurant
1992 - 2000

Master of Science - Psychology And Business

Florida State University
Eric Starling