Professional with experience in business leadership and management, prepared for this role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in strategic planning, financial oversight, and operational efficiency. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring consistent performance and growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner, Director of Food Operations for Los Angeles Football Club
Bridge Vitality
07.2023 - Current
Oversee daily operations and special projects supporting MLS, MLS2, and Academy teams, ensuring cross-departmental coordination and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Plan and execute nutritionally balanced meal programs tailored to athletes' performance needs
Partner closely with team Nutritionist to address individualized dietary requirements and ensure athlete wellness
Manage procurement and inventory to align with budgetary goals and cost controls
Uphold strict confidentiality and demonstrate consistent professionalism in all interactions
Dining Services Operations Manager
Cal State Los Angeles, UAS
08.2017 - 06.2023
Oversee purchasing supplies for all operations to ensure that we remain within our budget
Develop new business concepts and modify existing ones when need be
Oversee establishments day to day operations for restaurant, retail and catering department and assist in the resolution of departmental issues and personnel administration
Establish policies and procedures and ensure they are being enforced.
Developed and maintained a relationship with a Los Angeles professional soccer team, Los Angeles Football Club, including creating menu's with a strict diet and weekly billing for services provided
Responsible for administration duties including hiring, coaching and developing, separation and payroll duties and resolving any administrative problems with diplomacy confidentiality
Marketing Associate
Sysco
10.2013 - 07.2017
Ensure accurate ordering and on time delivery by coordinating with buyers and brokers and following up with customer to ensure satisfaction
Increase sales volume by reviewing customer order history and suggesting new and different products
Qualify new customers by reviewing financial information, assist in budgeting to maintain sales volume
Collect data of national and regional competition by reviewing their products and pricing
Import/Sales Manager
Simco Foods
08.2012 - 10.2013
Liason with 25 countries to organize the import of shipped goods from Asia, North America and Europe
Placed orders and ensured they were entered accurately with direct manufacturers for products
Ensured all documentation for foreign delivery is obtained in advance of shipments, resolving any problems at customs
Managed warehouse inventories in various states and investigated discrepancies with any inventory or billing and provided resolution
Customer Service Manager
The Law Office of Adam S. Kutner
07.2011 - 07.2012
Managed customer service for busy law firm with an average of 250 active cases
Trained employees on office procedures, specific firm requirements and client satisfaction
Reviewed marketing strategy with managing partner, implementing changes to marketing materials
Sales Manager and Controller
Bon Breads Baking Co
01.2008 - 12.2010
Developed sales and marketing strategies/plans that ensured attainment of company sales, goals and profitability
Increased company sales by more than 20% exceeding companies expectations
Developed skills and trained staff of 20 direct employees
Responsible for accounts receivable and accounts payable
Processed payroll for 100 employees
General Manager
PURE Management Group
08.2003 - 08.2006
Balanced and reconciled sales with receipts for prominent nightclub with nightly sales of more than $100,000
Coordinated programs with multiple vendors for upkeep and maintenance of restaurant equipment, lighting and plumbing systems
Implemented new systems and procedures for ordering and controlling costs with staff
Utilized strong management skills to hire, properly develop and direct staff of 50 employees, emphasizing sales, service and quality control
Built a relationship between Caesar’s Palace and Pure Management Group to be able to coordinate and resolve any conflicts the two companies had, to successfully operate the business
General Manager
Mirage Hotel and Casino/Samba Brazilian Steakhouse
08.1998 - 05.2003
Increased sales 50% in the first year and maintained increase volume in subsequent years
Reviewed and implemented changes to keep pace with competitive Las Vegas Strip businesses
Decreased staff turnover with effective management skills ensuring proper training, coaching and counseling of staff of 35 employees
Mentored employees and provided growth opportunities following strong performance of current responsibilities, creating loyal employee base with less turnover
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
12.1995
Skills
Team collaboration and leadership
Project management
Business development
Business administration
Purchasing and planning
Strategic Planning and Decision-making
Policies and procedures development
Vendor relationship management
Human resources management
Operations management
Cost control and budgeting
Administrative management
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Business Owner, Director of Food Operations for Los Angeles Football Club
Bridge Vitality
07.2023 - Current
Dining Services Operations Manager
Cal State Los Angeles, UAS
08.2017 - 06.2023
Marketing Associate
Sysco
10.2013 - 07.2017
Import/Sales Manager
Simco Foods
08.2012 - 10.2013
Customer Service Manager
The Law Office of Adam S. Kutner
07.2011 - 07.2012
Sales Manager and Controller
Bon Breads Baking Co
01.2008 - 12.2010
General Manager
PURE Management Group
08.2003 - 08.2006
General Manager
Mirage Hotel and Casino/Samba Brazilian Steakhouse
08.1998 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management