George Wade
North Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Accomplished Restaurant Manager, Sales Consultant and leader, recognized for driving operational excellence and elevating customer experiences. Proven skills in cost management and service quality maintenance. Strong background in strategic planning and team development. Successfully lowered operating expenses and raised profits by implementing effective training programs and process enhancements.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Consultant
Freshpoint Carolinas
Raleigh, North Carolina
02.2022 - Current
- Utilized CRM software to track leads and maintain detailed records of interactions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to increase sales revenue.
- Increased revenue by skillfully upselling and closing customer sales and driving product benefits around client needs.
- Led the region in sales increase for three years in a row, receiving Executive Club Awards.
Owner/General Manager
Sportsman Inn
Monticello, Indiana
01.2006 - 02.2022
- Oversaw daily business operations, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, and sales.
- Fostered cooperation by providing support and guidance to subordinate managers.
- Delivered exceptional client experiences through direct leadership of associates and managers.
- Collaborated with local organizations and officials to enhance community engagement and fundraising efforts.
Senior Associate Manager
Cracker Barrell
Troutville, Virginia
02.2001 - 01.2006
- Coordinated monthly budgets, achieving desired margin targets consistently.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
- Managed and mentored staff to enhance productivity and accuracy in operational tasks.
- Performed General Manager duties in absence, allowing focus on strategic initiatives.
General Manager
Hooters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
04.1996 - 01.2000
- Managed daily business operations, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, and inventory control.
- Oversaw product development initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery.
- Organized on-site and off-site marketing opportunities to enhance brand awareness and drive growth.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment through team-building activities across departments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Radford University
Radford, VASkills
- Team building and employee training
- Customer relationship management
- Sales strategy and inventory control
- Marketing coordination
- Problem solving
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Employee scheduling
- Performance and wage reviews
- Point of sale (POS) operation
- Menu development
- Conflict resolution
Affiliations
Movies, Trivia and Sports
Family trips
Accomplishments
- Executive Club Awards for top growth in region 3 years in a row
Websites
Timeline
Sales Consultant
Freshpoint Carolinas
02.2022 - Current
Owner/General Manager
Sportsman Inn
01.2006 - 02.2022
Senior Associate Manager
Cracker Barrell
02.2001 - 01.2006
General Manager
Hooters
04.1996 - 01.2000
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Radford University