Jason An
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic hospitality and cannabis professional with 10+ years of leadership experience in fine dining, high-volume restaurants, and cannabis dispensary operations. Proven track record of leading diverse teams, optimizing daily operations, and driving sales while ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards. Skilled in building strong customer relationships, training staff, and streamlining operational workflows. Seeking to leverage hospitality management expertise and 7+ years in cannabis retail to lead as a General Manager in the dispensary industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Manager
Grand Lux Café (Cheesecake Factory Inc.)
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
- Lead daily operations for a high-volume dining concept, overseeing staff scheduling, training, and performance management.
- Implemented operational efficiencies that reduced costs and improved guest satisfaction scores.
- Managed front and back-of-house communication, ensuring seamless service and compliance with corporate standards.
Budtender
The Dispensary
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
- Provide expert cannabis product knowledge and personalized recommendations to a high-volume customer base.
- Ensure compliance with state regulations in all sales transactions.
General Manager (Restaurants Division)
Rampart Casino
Las Vegas, NV
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversaw operations for 3 on-site restaurants with a combined staff of 75+.
- Responsible for budgeting, labor cost control, and P&L management.
- Trained and developed managers and supervisors to improve leadership pipeline.
Budtender
The Source Holdings
Las Vegas, NV
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained product knowledge across a wide menu of cannabis offerings.
- Assisted BOH with inventory management and compliance reporting.
Restaurant Manager
Al Solito Posto
Las Vegas, NV
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed FOH operations for a premier dining establishment, focusing on guest experience and brand consistency.
- Partnered with BOH leadership to coordinate service execution and quality standards.
Budtender / Operations Associate
MedMen
Las Vegas, NV
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supported both sales and operations, ensuring compliance with Nevada cannabis regulations.
- Delivered exceptional customer experiences while maximizing sales per transaction.
Operations Manager
Vetri Cucina (Palms Hotel)
Las Vegas, NV
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed high-end dining operations for a Michelin-recognized concept.
- Maintained exceptional guest service standards and drove repeat business from high-profile clientele.
Front of House Manager
Stack Steakhouse
Las Vegas, NV
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised FOH staff and ensured flawless execution of guest service in a luxury steakhouse environment.
Education
Bachelor of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 09.2015 - 09.2019
[Your Degree] -
[Your School]
Skills
- Dispensary Operations & Compliance
- Team Leadership & Training
- Customer Experience Optimization
- Sales Growth & Revenue Management
- Inventory & BOH Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Vendor & Supply Chain Management
- Cross-Department Collaboration
Education And Certifications
- [Your Degree / School if applicable]
- State of Nevada – Cannabis Agent Card (Active)
- Responsible Vendor & Compliance Training
Timeline
Senior Manager
Grand Lux Café (Cheesecake Factory Inc.)
01.2023 - Current
Budtender
The Dispensary
01.2023 - Current
General Manager (Restaurants Division)
Rampart Casino
01.2021 - 01.2023
Budtender
The Source Holdings
01.2021 - 01.2023
Restaurant Manager
Al Solito Posto
01.2020 - 01.2021
Budtender / Operations Associate
MedMen
01.2018 - 01.2020
Operations Manager
Vetri Cucina (Palms Hotel)
01.2018 - 01.2020
Front of House Manager
Stack Steakhouse
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
09.2015 - 09.2019
[Your Degree] -
[Your School]