Kevin Knutson
Newhope,MN
Summary
Seasoned small business owner and professional with extensive experience in planning and problem-solving. Proficient in maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and drive bottom-line profitability. Background in Security and Emergency operations, excelling at building strong relationships with a people-first mindset.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Owner - Operator
Unleashed Hounds And Hops LLC
Minneapolis, MN
11.2018 - Current
- Opened Minnesota's First Combination Dog Park, Bar, and Restaurant. Built Company from the Ground up, from writing initial Business plans to overseeing construction, to opening day, Navigating Covid Protocols, to maintaining operations in a very uncertain market. I have been involved in every aspect of opening and operating a business of 20 employees, and overseeing services in our dog park, Bar, and Kitchen.
- Managed cash flow by setting budgets for expenses such as labor cost, food cost, ensuring timely payment of bills and taxes as well as monitoring accounts receivable and payable records .
- Ensured compliance with health codes, safety regulations, and other applicable laws.
- Implemented operational procedures to maximize efficiency while minimizing costs.
- Planned and executed special events hosted at the restaurant such as wine tastings and live music performances .
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase restaurant sales.
- Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.
- And SOO MUCH MORE!
Emergency Operations Center - LEAD
Allina Health
Saint Paul, MN
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Ensured compliance with local laws governing health care facilities' security operations.
- Participated in drills designed to test preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
- Prioritized calls based on severity level in order to ensure that those requiring immediate attention were addressed first.
- Utilized mapping systems to determine locations for responding personnel; tracked unit status in order to ensure timely response times.
- Trained new employees on hospital security policies and procedures.
- Designed and coordinated major renovations to EOC without service interruption.
Security Officer
Allina Health
Minneapolis, MN
07.2013 - 01.2017
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between patients or visitors.
- Monitored and responded promptly to any suspicious activity or emergency situations.
- Documented all security incidents in an incident report form.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Trained in New officers, and received promotion
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN06-2013
Skills
- Business Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Management
- Cash flow optimization
- Operations Management
- Hiring and staffing
- Business marketing
- Verbal and written communication
- Human Resources
- Profit and loss analysis
- Risk Mitigation
- Information documentation
- Computer-based dispatch systems
- Crisis Management
Affiliations
- Highschool Sports Coach - Alpine Skiing & Ultimate frisbee
- Marathon Finisher
- Devoted Husband
- Father to Twins
- Dog Dad
Accomplishments
- Opentable's Top 10 Places to Eat in Minneapolis - 2022 & 2023
- Unleashed Hounds and Hops Named #6 Dog Park / Bar in america By USA TODAY -2024
- Allina Health - Award for Excellence - Emergency Center Operation Renovation -2019
- Allina Secuity - Accommodation for Life Saving Event 2017 & 2019
Timeline
Restaurant Owner - Operator
Unleashed Hounds And Hops LLC
11.2018 - Current
Emergency Operations Center - LEAD
Allina Health
01.2017 - 02.2020
Security Officer
Allina Health
07.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement
Minnesota State University - Mankato
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