Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Johnny Swet

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and team performance at The Waverly Inn. Skilled in complex problem-solving and team leadership, demonstrated through successful conflict resolution and cross-training initiatives. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and employee development, leveraging strong verbal and written communication skills for sustained business growth.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

The Waverly Inn
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Owner/Operator

Grand Republic Cocktail Club
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.

Concept and construction, Design, Bar Director, Cocktail Director, Event Coordinator, Press Spokesperson, Payroll, Scheduling and Employee Relations.

Manager

Balthazar

Opening management team, set up scheduling, hiring, side work and closing duties. Captain of the management team, Bar and Beverage Manager.

Director of Sales

York Building Services
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored solutions.
  • Achieved regional sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.

Managing Partner

JIMMY SoHo
09.2016 - 12.2023

Founding Managing Partner, Design, Concept, Cocktail Mixologist, Guest & Celebrity concierge, Press & Spokesperson.

General Manager

Freemans’s Alley Restaurant
05.2015 - 07.2018
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.

Manager

Pastis
04.2005 - 06.2017
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.

Education

Russian Studies And Art Theory

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05.1988

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Affiliations

United States Navy

VETERAN

Certification

TIP’S certified

NYC Food Handlers Card

Timeline

Director of Sales

York Building Services
01.2024 - 09.2024

Managing Partner

JIMMY SoHo
09.2016 - 12.2023

General Manager

Freemans’s Alley Restaurant
05.2015 - 07.2018

Manager

Pastis
04.2005 - 06.2017

Manager

The Waverly Inn

Owner/Operator

Grand Republic Cocktail Club

Manager

Balthazar

Russian Studies And Art Theory

University of Arizona
Johnny Swet