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George Apostol

Kittery,ME

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Weathervane Restaurant
06.2022 - Current
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.

COO

Meron Coffee
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Identified and pursued business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
  • Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness.
  • Identified and mitigated operational risks to minimize potential negative impacts on organization.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Evaluated product or service by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
  • Led operational oversight and budgetary supervision for 25 locations.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.

Barista

Meron Coffee
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.

Owner/Operator

RED BARN FOOD TRUCK
11.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.

Kitchen Staff Member

Weathervane Seafood Restaurant
06.2014 - 10.2018
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Cleaned walk-in refrigerators and freezers and operated powered floor and steam equipment for deep cleaning.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.

Sales Associate

Adidas
01.2017 - 05.2017
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

Business Administration - Business

University of Babes Boliay
Cluj Napoca
05.2018

Geography - Tourism And Travel Management

University of Babes Boliay
Cluj Napoca Romania
06.2016

Skills

  • Service Delivery Management
  • Financial Controls Implementation
  • Accounting
  • P&L Responsibility
  • Risk and Mitigation Analysis
  • Strategize Plans
  • Policy Development
  • Quality Control Planning
  • Delegation
  • Educational Leadership
  • Budget Administration
  • Waste Reduction

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Weathervane Restaurant
06.2022 - Current

COO

Meron Coffee
06.2020 - 05.2023

Barista

Meron Coffee
01.2019 - 05.2020

Owner/Operator

RED BARN FOOD TRUCK
11.2018 - 03.2020

Sales Associate

Adidas
01.2017 - 05.2017

Kitchen Staff Member

Weathervane Seafood Restaurant
06.2014 - 10.2018

Business Administration - Business

University of Babes Boliay

Geography - Tourism And Travel Management

University of Babes Boliay

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