Loni Stewart
Riverview,FL
Summary
Seasoned Managing Partner with a proven track record at Darden, enhancing team cohesion and driving significant revenue growth. Expert in strategic planning and financial administration, with a knack for fostering ethical leadership and people development. Achieved cost-effectiveness and profitability through meticulous operations management and quality control planning.
Result-driven business leader with proven track record in strategic planning, operational excellence, and financial management. Skilled in fostering team collaboration, driving growth initiatives, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong leadership, effective communication, and focus on achieving measurable results. Proficient in decision-making, conflict resolution, and leveraging market opportunities to maximize profitability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
Darden
08.2017 - Current
- Mentored Team Members and Managers, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- Oversaw financial management of the restaurant, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
- Established clear communication channels within the organization, fostering collaboration among team members towards shared goals.
- Developed comprehensive business plans that led to significant revenue growth.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members to ensure alignment with company goals and foster professional development.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff development through training programs and workshops.
- Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Managing Partner
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
07.2015 - 08.2017
Managing Partner
Brinker Internationl, Chili's Grill & Bar
06.2001 - 07.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2006
Skills
- Revenue growth
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Financial administration
- Cost reduction
- Ethical leadership
- Foodservice management professional
- Human resources management
- Leadership and people development
- Profit and loss management
- Quality control planning
- Staff management
Timeline
Managing Partner
Darden
08.2017 - Current
Managing Partner
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
07.2015 - 08.2017
Managing Partner
Brinker Internationl, Chili's Grill & Bar
06.2001 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
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