Matthew Crowley
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Talented Partner with 30 years of industry experience. Highly skilled at handling all types of issues successfully. Known for effective problem-solving and goal-oriented planning
Experienced with business strategy, financial oversight, and team leadership. Utilizes effective communication and negotiation skills to foster partnerships and drive success. Track record of optimizing operational processes and enhancing organizational performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Partner/Owner
Grillaking Korean and Mexican confusion food truck
07.2024 - Current
- Marketing, event planning and booking event skills
- You do everything as a truck operator
- Financials, advertising, scheduling, cooking, menu creation and whatever else is required to create a successful business
- Customer service is key to making fans and building your brand
- Achieved successful client outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs and goals.
- Streamlined internal processes, fostering improved efficiency and productivity within the truck.
Kitchen Manager
Boulevard Burgers and Taphouse
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Managed profits and loss, menu pricing, new menu items, scheduling, team building
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
Managing Partner
Metro Diner
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- 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 and expansion opportunities.
- Managed restaurant scheduling, foodservice and customer service.
General Manager
Crowleys Downtown
01.2010 - 03.2018
- Duties included scheduling, ordering, training, marketing and accounting
- I also ran serving, kitchen and bartending shifts to keep labor down
- Created craft beer menu and training classes
- 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.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
Manager
Outback Steakhouse
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Scheduling of all Front of House staff along with managing all special requests and school schedules
- Beer and Liquor inventory and orders on a weekly basis
- Table visits and guest relations
- Training and staff development, contests, info boards etc
General Manager
Outback Steakhouse
01.2000 - 12.2008
- I worked at various functions throughout my time with the Outback
- I served and bartended for multiple years as well as working all positions in the kitchen
- I have managed and owned my own Outback in Washington state
- I was a certified trainer and did several new restaurant openings
- Headwait, fixed and counted money at the end of the shift
Education
2 years college - English Literature
Edison Community College
Saint Petersburg, FL01.1996
High school or equivalent - General
Ft. Myers High School
Ft. Myers High School01.1994
Skills
- Supervising Experience
- P&L
- Leadership
- Payroll
- Quality Assurance
- Restaurant Management
- Sales
- Inventory Control
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Event Planning
- Guest Relations Experience
- Budgeting
- Food Safety
- TRAINING (10 years)
- Management 25 years
- Catering
- Customer relationship building
- Marketing
- Performance analysis
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel, Word
- Recruitment and hiring
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 80 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Partner/Owner
Grillaking Korean and Mexican confusion food truck
07.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Boulevard Burgers and Taphouse
07.2020 - 06.2024
Managing Partner
Metro Diner
04.2018 - 05.2020
General Manager
Crowleys Downtown
01.2010 - 03.2018
Manager
Outback Steakhouse
01.2008 - 12.2010
General Manager
Outback Steakhouse
01.2000 - 12.2008
- Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe
2 years college - English Literature
Edison Community College
High school or equivalent - General
Ft. Myers High School
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