Grady Emslander
Saint Cloud
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in small business operations and staff management. Skilled in financial forecasting and relationship building, consistently achieving sustainable growth and productivity improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner of Grade A Cuisine
Self-employed
Saint Cloud, MN
07.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented business strategies to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure sustainability and growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through effective communication and personalized service.
- Oversaw daily operations, optimizing workflows to improve productivity and reduce costs.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
Lead Line Cook
400 Club
Rockville, MN
09.2016 - 11.2020
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks, fostering skill development and teamwork within the kitchen.
- Developed and optimized menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Coordinated inventory management, minimizing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
Server
Darden
Waite Park, MN
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Developed and implemented business strategies to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure sustainability and growth.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through effective communication and personalized service.
- Oversaw daily operations, optimizing workflows to improve productivity and reduce costs.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
Education
Arts
SCTCC
Saint Cloud, MNHigh School Diploma -
Tech High School
Saint Cloud, MN07-2011
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff management
- Marketing
- Financial management
- Competitive analysis
Certification
- Certified Food Protection Manager, AAA
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Timeline
Owner of Grade A Cuisine
Self-employed
07.2019 - Current
Lead Line Cook
400 Club
09.2016 - 11.2020
Server
Darden
01.2014 - 08.2016
Arts
SCTCC
High School Diploma -
Tech High School