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Michael Lialios

South Plainfield

Summary

Accomplished General Manager with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and operational success. Known for effective team development and adherence to budgetary controls, ready to leverage expertise to enhance business performance.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Westfield diner
Westfield
03.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and staff schedules to ensure efficient service.
  • Coordinated team meetings to discuss workflow and address concerns.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies.
  • Implemented standard operating procedures for improved compliance and efficiency.
  • Addressed customer inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.

Owner/Operator

Gyros Corner
Rahway
02.2019 - 02.2024

Started and operated a fast casual concept. I had great reviews on food and staff but, never fully recovered after covid. So i sold the property.

Managing Partner

Fontainbleau diner
Piscataway
11.2008 - 10.2018

I operated this location with great success. We still own 40% of the business, but i stepped away to not create problems with my wife's family.

Owner/Operator

Abby Road Grill & Raw bar
Palm Beach Gardens
01.2003 - 08.2008

I owned and operated this location successfully, and decided to sell the business to move to New Jersey at my wife's request.

Skills

  • Staff management and team development
  • Budget administration and labor cost control
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service excellence
  • Standard operating procedures development
  • Strategic planning and operations management
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Menu development
  • Business operations expertise
  • Menu pricing
  • Stable work history

Languages

Greek
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

Serve safe certified

Timeline

General Manager

Westfield diner
03.2024 - Current

Owner/Operator

Gyros Corner
02.2019 - 02.2024

Managing Partner

Fontainbleau diner
11.2008 - 10.2018

Owner/Operator

Abby Road Grill & Raw bar
01.2003 - 08.2008
Michael Lialios