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George Tseheridis

Anaheim,CA

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing 25 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Buy Easy Cars
01.2001 - Current


  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed used vehicle wholesales and auction acquisitions and monitored and adjusted inventory to optimize customer options.
  • Forecasted goals and objectives for sales, gross and key expenses on monthly and annual basis.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Purchased vehicle inventory from auctions
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Las Playas Family Restaurant

Self Employed
09.1999 - 01.2021
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 20 employees.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Planned and executed strategies to increase customer loyalty and retention.
  • Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Led restructuring of restaurant menu and interior design, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and profits.

Owner/Operator

Golden Embers Steakhouse
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • 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.
  • Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fine Arts

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
05.2000

High School Diploma -

Mater Dei High School
Santa Ana, CA
06.1998

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Business Administration
  • Sales Leadership
  • Customer Relations
  • Staff Management
  • Contract Negotiation Expertise
  • Standard Operating Procedure Development
  • Raising Capital
  • Revenue Generation
  • Vendor Relations
  • Sales Expertise
  • Customer Engagement

Accomplishments

  • 2014 State Senate Small Business of the Year Nominee for Las Playas
  • Certificate of Recognition Presented to Las PLayas for the City of Fontana
  • U.S. House of Representatives Congressional Commendation for Golden Embers Steakhouse


Languages

Greek
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Golden Embers Steakhouse
01.2004 - 01.2008

Owner/Operator

Buy Easy Cars
01.2001 - Current

Las Playas Family Restaurant

Self Employed
09.1999 - 01.2021

Associate of Arts - Fine Arts

Orange Coast College

High School Diploma -

Mater Dei High School

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