Nicholas Arvanitakis
Wakefield,RI
Summary
Experienced in managing inventory, sales planning and reporting. Detail-oriented and proactive food service leader with an adaptable approach to team and operations management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager of Food Service
Fire and Water Concessions
Narragansett, RI
04.2022 - Current
- Managed all aspects of food preparation and kitchen operations.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Created operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations, quality control, and safety standards.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Ensured compliance with all local health codes, sanitation regulations, and company policies.
- Managed inventory levels ensuring that adequate supplies are available at all times while minimizing waste.
- Trained and supervised staff members in all aspects of restaurant operations.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure proper supply of food items at competitive prices.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
Jamestown, RI
11.2018 - 03.2022
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the bus according to established procedures.
- Provided safe and reliable school bus transportation service on fixed routes.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
Investor/General Contractor
Self Emplyed
Middletown, RI
01.2011 - 11.2018
- Successfully bought, renovated and sold seven homes in Middletown and Narragansett RI.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
Restaurant Manager
The Clarke Cooke House
Newport, RI
10.2006 - 01.2011
- Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
- Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food storage and preparation.
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and safety protocols.
- Updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
- Directed and coordinated restaurant activities to obtain optimum customer service and strong employee development.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Northeastern University
Boston, MA06-1987
Skills
- Sales Growth
- Creativity and Innovation
- Cost Control
- Marketing and Promotions
- Menu development
- Operations Management
Timeline
General Manager of Food Service
Fire and Water Concessions
04.2022 - Current
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
11.2018 - 03.2022
Investor/General Contractor
Self Emplyed
01.2011 - 11.2018
Restaurant Manager
The Clarke Cooke House
10.2006 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Northeastern University
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