- Outdoor Recreation
- Gym Workouts
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Futures Trading
Matthew fitzwater
Summersville
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Restaurant/Bar Owner and Property Manager at Locali Management. Proven expertise in business bookkeeping and employee onboarding, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Adept at managing customer expectations while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Committed to fostering positive vendor relationships for optimal pricing.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant/Bar Owner
Self Employed
12.2020 - Current
- Managed and Owned financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, profit/loss analysis, and cash flow management.
- Enhanced employee performance through regular feedback sessions, performance evaluations, and recognition of accomplishments.
- Fostered positive relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on food, beverage, and supplies.
- Established efficient workflow processes between kitchen staff members which reduced wait times during peak hours.
LoCali Management
Locali Management
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked as a Property Manager with 60 properties under my direct supervision
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
A/V Technician
Brilliant A/V
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Reduced technical issues during events by performing regular preventative maintenance on audio-visual equipment.
- Implemented effective cable management techniques to minimize trip hazards while maintaining a clean appearance at event sites.
- Safeguarded against potential technical failures by implementing backup solutions for critical components during high-profile events.
- Improved team efficiency by training new technicians on proper usage and maintenance of audio-visual systems.
United States Marine
United States Marine Corps
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Participated in a Engineer Support Battalion, Conducting operations that supported Combat units.
- Administered effective support for daily combat unit functions processing travel requests, and managing Combat Engineer Battalion as an E-4.
- Enabled rapid response capabilities by coordinating logistics support for deployment readiness exercises and real-world contingencies.
- Increased operational capabilities through the regular maintenance of vehicles, weapons systems, and other essential equipment.
Education
Associates of Applied Business -
Palomar Community College
San Marcos, CA01-2007
Skills
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Culinary presentation
- Employee onboarding and training
- Business Book keeping
- Managing Customer expectations
Accomplishments
Opening and successfully operating a restaurant in the time of Covid
Interests
Timeline
Restaurant/Bar Owner
Self Employed
12.2020 - Current
LoCali Management
Locali Management
01.2018 - 01.2020
A/V Technician
Brilliant A/V
01.2017 - 01.2018
United States Marine
United States Marine Corps
01.2000 - 01.2004
Associates of Applied Business -
Palomar Community College
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