Todd Parrish
San Antonio
Summary
Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Customer-oriented General Manager with 10+ years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Frontier Enterprises / The Magic Time Machine
04.2014 - Current
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Kitchen Manager
Frontier Enterprises / The Magic Time Machine
01.2004 - 04.2014
- 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.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
Chef
Frontier Enterprises / The Magic Time Machine
06.2000 - 01.2004
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Spearheaded successful catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s signature dishes while maintaining impeccable standards of service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Line Cook
Frontier Enterprises
01.1995 - 05.2000
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY02.2004
Skills
- Operations Management
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Cost Control
- Menu development
- Staff Management
- Supervisory skills
- Money Handling
- Scheduling Staff
- Team Leadership
- Leadership and team building
- Problem Resolution
Certification
- TABC License
- Managers Serve Safe License
Timeline
General Manager
Frontier Enterprises / The Magic Time Machine
04.2014 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Frontier Enterprises / The Magic Time Machine
01.2004 - 04.2014
Chef
Frontier Enterprises / The Magic Time Machine
06.2000 - 01.2004
Line Cook
Frontier Enterprises
01.1995 - 05.2000
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
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