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Johnny Sakakini

Bridgeport

Summary

Accomplished Restaurant Owner/Operator at Abi's Falafel and former Area Sales Manager at J.Polep, I excel in operational efficiency and staff management. My expertise in menu development and strategic marketing has significantly boosted revenue, while my leadership ensured high standards in food service and team performance resulting in eight years of consistent increase of revenues and profitability stamped by thousands of 5 stars reviews ( www.Abisfalafel.com )

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Owner/Operator

Abi's Falafel
03.2016 - Current
  • Maximizing dining experience by designing an inviting atmosphere through thoughtful interior design choices and menu selections.
  • Developing innovative and diverse menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to attract a wide customer base
  • Training and supervising kitchen staff to ensure high standards of food preparation and service
  • Implementing and maintaining health and safety standards in compliance with regulations
  • Creating and executing strategies to maximize sales and profitability across all meal services
  • Boosted revenue through targeted marketing campaigns, special events, and promotions.

Area Sales Manager

J.Polep
02.1994 - 08.2015
  • Established strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased customer retention and satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing coaching, training, and mentoring to sales representatives.
  • Reported sales activity, generated sales quotations, and proposals and maintained customer contact database to achieve sales objectives and quota.
  • Managed a successful sales team, consistently achieving and exceeding monthly sales targets.

Education

BBA - Business Management

University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT
09.1993

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency
  • Online Ordering Management
  • Local Regulations Compliance
  • Food presentation
  • Waste Reduction
  • Menu development
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Restaurant Owner/Operator

Abi's Falafel
03.2016 - Current

Area Sales Manager

J.Polep
02.1994 - 08.2015

BBA - Business Management

University of Bridgeport
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