Evan Greif
Miami,Florida
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented hospitality professional with over 4 years of progressive leadership experience across multiple acclaimed restaurant brands within Hillstone Restaurant Group. Proven expertise in managing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, optimizing staffing, reducing costs, and enhancing guest experiences. Skilled in team development, operational efficiency, and attention to detail in fast-paced, high-volume settings. Known for strategic problem-solving and a strong dedication to maintaining outstanding service standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Manager
Houston's / Woodmont Grill
03.2025 - Current
- Led all back-of-house operations; oversaw kitchen execution, inventory control, staff scheduling, and labor reduction initiatives in a high-volume restaurant generating over $14M in annual revenue.
- Manage, train, and develop 30+ team members on culinary excellence and standards, while upholding exceptional quality, cleanliness, and adherence to health department guidelines
- Achieved a 2% reduction in food costs through strategic cost control measures, including
waste tracking, invoice audits, yield sheet optimization, vendor negotiations, and structured PARs - Collaborated with General Manager & Company Executives to strategically manage monthly P&L by drafting projections, overseeing departments, and implementing cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability.
- Redesigned the kitchen schedule and introduced a structured daily prep list, improving efficiency, consistency, and team coordination in kitchen workflow.
Senior Assistant Manager
Houston's / Hillstone Restaurant
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Led HR functions including hiring, daily interviews, onboarding, scheduling, and training, building a high-performing and dependable team.
- Navigated guest relations through effective communication and correspondence resulting in a strong recovery rate, elevated guest satisfaction, and positive reviews.
- Drove staffing and operational improvements through optimized training, ongoing education programs, and objective performance-based feedback & audits to ensure exceptional guest service, adherence to company standards, and promote team growth and development.
- Directed front-of-house operations, leading a team of 35+ staff and managing daily service flow through effective floor management in restaurants generating $30K–$60K in daily revenue.
Restaurant Manager / Bar Manager
Palm Beach Grill / Houston's
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Streamlined reservations, led daily service meetings, and created weekly focus points to maintain smooth, consistent, high-volume restaurant performance
- Directed beverage operations for multiple locations by managing weekly inventory, purchasing, and cost control.
- Oversaw financial operations, managing nightly cash deposits, petty cash reimbursements, cash drawers, and staff checkouts, providing 100% payroll and financial accuracy across all transactions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Business Management, Int. Business
University of Delaware
05-2021
Skills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Inventory Management & Cost Control
- Guest Experience & Service Excellence
- Interpersonal skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance
- Operations management
- Training and onboarding
- Scheduling staff
Certification
- ServeSafe Manager
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Culinary Manager
Houston's / Woodmont Grill
03.2025 - Current
Senior Assistant Manager
Houston's / Hillstone Restaurant
07.2023 - 03.2025
Restaurant Manager / Bar Manager
Palm Beach Grill / Houston's
07.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Business Management, Int. Business
University of Delaware