Ryan Posato
Director Of Training, Director Of Beverage
Tomball,TX
Summary
To obtain a management position in a mid to high volume restaurant or related hospitality establishment. Adaptable Beverage Director with 10+ years handling everything from Liquor, Beer and Wine to . Clever at predicting customer demand by using historical data. Maintains excellent inventory levels to consistently safeguard product availability without generating waste or overspending. Accomplished Training Manager well-versed in selecting trainers, curriculum and course plans to achieve demanding training objectives. Effective at leading courses on diverse topics. Prepared to offer 2 years of progressive training experience and take on challenging new role at Mo's Irish Pub
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Training, Director of Beverage
Mo's Irish Pub
Houston, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Managed Inventory (Food, Beer, and Liquor)
- Installed and trained all restaurants on new POS System
- Updated Cash Out procedures
- Lowered LBW on hand inventory by over 50%
- Analyzed Profit & Loss Reports
- Managed Ordering from Vendors (Food, Beer, and Liquor)
- Created All Schedules for Staff
- Trained and Hired Assistant Managers and General Managers
- Created and implemented new bar program
- Lead region wide roll out of new Breakfast Menu
- Lowered all cost and turned in a profit during the COVID epidemic
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Responded to customer complaints, addressing concerns and distress with amicable interactions.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
- Drafted beverage purchasing plan, aligning inventory needs with budgetary constraints by applying historical data.
- Delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions toast payrol.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Trained food and beverage service personnel, confirming staff to provide recommendations and answer questions.
- Held beverage area and workers to high standard of cleanliness and service.
- Identified areas of opportunity for beverage sales by analyzing customer feedback and product demand metrics.
- Verified staff compliance with accepted food and drink safety regulations, suggesting remedial training where necessary.
Regional Manager/Director of Events/Director of Operations
King’s Bierhaus/King’s Biergarten
Houston, Texas
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Planned, Organized and Executed Octoberfest in 2017 & 2018
- Decreased Overtime Hours for all Employees
- Planned and Executed Theme Trivia to Increased Sales by 400K
- Restructured Training Program for all Staff
- Organized Warehouse and Created Inventory System
- Promoted to District Manager
- Defined, implemented and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Documented processes and drafted SOPs to comply with regulations and company policies.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends and identified areas of opportunity to drive improvements.
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching and performance management.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Developed and implemented high-quality work environment as measured through employee satisfaction ratings.
General Manager
Texas Wings, Hooters of America
Houston, TX
02.2013 - 07.2016
- Managed All Inventory and Food/Liquor Ordering
- Generated Advertisements
- Trained Assistant Managers
- Analyzed Profit & Loss Reports
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Boosted productivity consolidating material planning, data collection, payroll and accounting programs into one system.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
C&C Machine Operator
BOSS Precision
Rochester, New York
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Ran production on several different machines to accomplish they daily goal of parts made
- Managed Production on Various Machines to ensure Daily
General Manager
Distillery Franchise Group
Rochester, New York
11.2007 - 03.2013
- Managed Day to Day Operations for Two Stores
- Managed All Inventory and Ordering
- Analyzed Profit and Loss Margins
- Generated and Maintained Advertisements
- Hired and Trained All Staff
Education
Regents Degree -
Aquinas Institute of Rochester
09.1996 - 06.2000
Skills
Training solutions development
Staff development plans
Knowledgeable in Cituit, Toast POS, Toast Payroll
New hire on-boarding
Leadership training
Quality control
Payroll understanding
Profit and Loss
Cost Control
Beverage Trends
Product Marketing
Till counting
Menu planning
Bar safety expert
Marketing
Time management
Beverage pricing
Health and safety standards
FMLA knowledge
Customer service background
Small Group Instruction
POS software proficiency
Timeline
Director of Training, Director of Beverage
Mo's Irish Pub
07.2020 - Current
Regional Manager/Director of Events/Director of Operations
King’s Bierhaus/King’s Biergarten
04.2017 - 03.2020
C&C Machine Operator
BOSS Precision
03.2013 - 01.2014
General Manager
Texas Wings, Hooters of America
02.2013 - 07.2016
General Manager
Distillery Franchise Group
11.2007 - 03.2013
Regents Degree -
Aquinas Institute of Rochester
09.1996 - 06.2000