PATRICK ULRING
Portland,OR
Summary
Dynamic and performance-driven professional with a strong work ethic and great leadership skills. Meticulous and resourceful manager with proven success leading productive teams, controlling budgets and costs, progressing concepts and marketing to maximize brand recognition and outreach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations, General Manager
Meju Restaurant Group, Jeju & Han Oak
Portland, OR
12.2023 - Current
- Advised and executed strategic planning, financial forecasting, budgeting, operations optimization, organizational design, and process reengineering.
- Managed logistics and execution for large-scale events, ranging from 1,500-attendee airport terminal launches to in-house icon restaurant and brand collaborations.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Audited the company's legal documents to verify and update compliant policies and procedures.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of Jeju Restaurant, and all outside ventures and events for Meju.
Director of Operations
TANAKA International Inc
Portland, OR
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Lead the operations and logistics of a fledgling company through conceptual development.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
- Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff at multiple stores.
- Analyzed financial data to make informed decisions on cost-saving initiatives.
- Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
- Provided training, leadership, and guidance to managers and associates.
- Established and maintained agreements with vendors to streamline and solidify contractual partnerships.
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology solutions chosen to maximize potential and efficiency.
- Contributed to and carried out ideas for the organizational strategic direction to improve products and services.
- Oversaw personnel by commending or initiating promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures.
- Coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations
Executive Chef
AFURI Izakaya
Portland, OR
02.2021 - 05.2022
Contract/Rounds
Sesame Collective
Portland, OR
10.2019 - 01.2021
Head Chef
Arrowhead Alpine Club, Beaver Creek, Vail Resorts
Edwards, CO
11.2017 - 03.2020
Agency Chef/Trainer
I Need a Chef Hospitality
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
06.2016 - 06.2017
Event Chef/Food Stylist
Damm Fine Food
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
11.2015 - 06.2016
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Management
Oregon Culinary Institute
Portland, OR11.2012
References & Prior Experience
- Previous employment information and references available upon request.
Timeline
Operations, General Manager
Meju Restaurant Group, Jeju & Han Oak
12.2023 - Current
Director of Operations
TANAKA International Inc
03.2022 - 11.2024
Executive Chef
AFURI Izakaya
02.2021 - 05.2022
Contract/Rounds
Sesame Collective
10.2019 - 01.2021
Head Chef
Arrowhead Alpine Club, Beaver Creek, Vail Resorts
11.2017 - 03.2020
Agency Chef/Trainer
I Need a Chef Hospitality
06.2016 - 06.2017
Event Chef/Food Stylist
Damm Fine Food
11.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Management
Oregon Culinary Institute
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