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Overview
Work History
Education
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Ross Elin

Ross Elin

Reno,NV

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented General Manager with over 19 years of experience in the Food and Beverage industry. Proven track record of successfully leading and managing operations in various restaurants and entertainment venues. Proficient at driving revenue growth, improving operational efficiency, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Seeking a challenging leadership role to leverage my skills in enhancing overall business performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Old Town Tap
Truckee, CA
01.2024 - Current

Managed day-to-day operations working closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef.
Created and managed staff schedules, controlled labor costs, and led FOH and BOH teams.
Conducted staff training and development to improve service and operational consistency.
Handled alcohol purchasing, inventory control, and vendor relations.
Performed facility maintenance and small DIY repairs as the house handyman.
Highly proficient with POS systems and back-end restaurant software to streamline operations.

General Manager

The Stick Sports Lounge
Reno
06.2020 - 12.2024
  • Spearhead overall restaurant operations, including staff management, inventory control, and financial performance. - Implement strategic initiatives to increase sales and profitability, resulting in a 20% revenue growth within the first year. - Lead a team of 30+ employees, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. - Implement cost-control measures, resulting in a 15% reduction in operational expenses.

General Manager

1up Night Club
Reno
05.2016 - 05.2020
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a high-volume entertainment venue, overseeing a staff of 20+ employees. - Developed and executed marketing strategies to drive foot traffic and increase event attendance. - Achieved a 25% improvement in customer satisfaction scores through staff training and service enhancements. - Implemented inventory management systems, resulting in a 10% reduction in beverage costs.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Consumnes River College
Elk Grove, CA

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Current PGA PGM affiliate
  • Operations Optimization
  • P&L Management
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Strategic Planning
  • Marketing and Promotion
  • Inventory Control
  • Staff Training and Development

References

  • Steve Towel — 808.868.7023
  • Luke Bill — 513.253.8399
  • Marko Markovich — 530.807.7716

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Old Town Tap
01.2024 - Current

General Manager

The Stick Sports Lounge
06.2020 - 12.2024

General Manager

1up Night Club
05.2016 - 05.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

Consumnes River College
Ross Elin