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Lindsay Cannady

Dallas

Summary

Professional leader with extensive experience in multi-unit management, focused on operational excellence and strategic growth. Demonstrated ability to enhance team collaboration and deliver significant results in fast-paced environments. Expertise in addressing complex challenges, streamlining processes, and fostering positive workplace cultures. Recognized for adaptability, clear communication, and decisive leadership.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Milkshake Concepts
05.2025 - Current
  • Led operational initiatives to enhance customer experience and streamline service delivery.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to improve staff performance and engagement.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for product offerings.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to design promotional campaigns, increasing brand visibility.
  • Established standard operating procedures to optimize workflow and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team collaboration.
  • Coordinated inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving supply chain efficiency.
  • Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
  • Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency.
  • Sales for 2004 $3.9 million trending to be over $4 million for 2025.

General Manager

Brainstorm Shelter
06.2022 - 05.2025
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Yearly sales for 2024 6.2 million.

CAD Sales & Operator

Cabinets To Go
07.2020 - 06.2022
  • Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality, accurate, and timely CAD drawings that met specific requirements.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.

Beverage Manager

Stirr [Milkshake Concepts]
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Company Overview: Milkshake Concepts
  • Milkshake Concepts
  • Designed creative cocktail recipes that became popular among guests, driving repeat business.
  • Built stronger wine list aligned with trends, improved credibility of restaurant's program and raised profitability per glass.
  • Improved average wine and alcohol spend per guest through curation, service training, and hands-on hospitality.

Beverage Manager

Whiskey Cake Kitchen and Bar
02.2018 - 11.2019
  • Purchased beverage stock and handled all inventory needs.
  • Maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.
  • Developed ongoing training initiative to improve beverage knowledge of serving employees.
  • First two years being open sales were over $12 million per year.
  • Enacted progressive disciplinary measures for staff, managed work zones, and oversaw opening and closing duties.

Restaurant Manager

Houlihan's Restaurant
01.2014 - 02.2018
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.

Bartender/Server

Houlihan's
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.

Education

High School Diploma -

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Time management
  • Training and coaching
  • Customer relations
  • Staff management
  • Profit and loss effectiveness

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Milkshake Concepts
05.2025 - Current

General Manager

Brainstorm Shelter
06.2022 - 05.2025

CAD Sales & Operator

Cabinets To Go
07.2020 - 06.2022

Beverage Manager

Stirr [Milkshake Concepts]
11.2019 - 07.2020

Beverage Manager

Whiskey Cake Kitchen and Bar
02.2018 - 11.2019

Restaurant Manager

Houlihan's Restaurant
01.2014 - 02.2018

Bartender/Server

Houlihan's
01.2012 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

San Antonio College

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