Evangelos Averkiadis
Tarpon Springs,Florida
Summary
Knowledgeable [Greek Teacher] with a background in foreign language education. Developed comprehensive curriculum plans and fostered engaging learning environments. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and adapt teaching methods to diverse student needs.
Operative professional with solid background in customer service and providing safe and comfortable rides to passengers. Solid understanding of city streets and traffic laws. Knowledgeable in bus maintenance and safety protocols to provide safe and timely transportation for passengers.
Veteran Restaurant Owner with hands-on experience in all areas of restaurant operations. Excellent communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills. Proven history of raising profits through maximized productivity and customer satisfaction.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreign Language Teacher
Plato Academy Charter School
08.2013 - Current
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Aligned teaching techniques and devised personalized support strategies to help students with differing ability levels and grasp of materials.
- Prepared instruction materials including copying, construction of bulletin boards, grading work and setting up work areas.
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students’ learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
Bus Operator
PCPT Pasco County Public Transportation
11.2019 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring their safe boarding, travel, and disembarking from the bus.
- Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a positive atmosphere onboard the bus during challenging situations.
- Informed passengers about route details, schedules, transfers, and fare policies as needed.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulatory updates.
- Answered questions from passengers with respect and accuracy, providing information about fares, schedule details, and baggage stowing.
- Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
- Consistently met or exceeded on-time performance goals, contributing to overall system efficiency.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with passengers and other drivers.
- Diffused potential passenger disputes with fairness and professionalism.
- Completed daily reports covering trip details, vehicle maintenance actions, and reportable incidents.
Restaurant Owner
Pan Cafe
12.2000 - 04.2013
- Managed financial and business operations, including payroll, daily deposits and cost controls.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 40 employees.
- Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
- Recruited, hired and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and foretasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
- Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
- Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Engaged with customers, offering menu information, providing suggestions and showing genuine appreciation for business.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering.
- Assisted customers in placing special orders for large-scale events such as weddings and birthday parties.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pill Pull
11.1994 - 08.2000
- Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain best quality in pricing and product.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
Education
Foreign Language Certification (Greek)
ACTFL
Alexandria, VA09.2014
Elinomathia G1 - Highest Level of Greek Language
Aristotelio University Of Thesaloniki Greece 2013
GED - undefined
Technical Institute Of Piraeus
Athens1990
High School Diploma - undefined
Public High School Athens
Athens Greece1987
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Labor cost controls
- Marketing understanding
- Building maintenance
- Inventory management
- Schedule coordination
- Sales proficiency
- Menu development
- Recipes and menu planning
- Clean Driving Record
- Vehicle Inspection
- Defensive Driving
- Wheelchair support
- Special needs understanding
- Traffic laws compliance
- Customer relations skills
- Budgeting
- Management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Ordering and invoicing
- Wheelchair and Scooter Security
- Traffic Laws and Regulations
- New Hire Training
- Passenger Boarding
- Public Transit Operations
- Accident Avoidance
- Team Collaboration
- Radio Communications
- Defensive Driving Practices
- Testing and grading
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Customer-focused
- Payroll and budgeting
- Passenger Assistance
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning Strategies
- FLUENT IN GREEK
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Technology
- Online Teaching
- Google Classroom
- SMART Board
Timeline
Bus Operator
PCPT Pasco County Public Transportation
11.2019 - Current
Foreign Language Teacher
Plato Academy Charter School
08.2013 - Current
Restaurant Owner
Pan Cafe
12.2000 - 04.2013
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pill Pull
11.1994 - 08.2000
GED - undefined
Technical Institute Of Piraeus
High School Diploma - undefined
Public High School Athens
Foreign Language Certification (Greek)
ACTFL
Elinomathia G1 - Highest Level of Greek Language
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