Safia Ali
Poughkeepsie,NY
Summary
Customer-oriented General Manager with over ten years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented, consistently executes, and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
The Vinyl Room
09.2023 - Current
- Oversaw budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Maintained staffing, scheduling, and overall operations.
Administrative Bookkeeper
Gran Rodeo
12.2020 - Current
- Remotely Enhanced budget management by tracking expenses and comparing actual costs to projected figures, ensuring financial stability.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing efficient filing systems and automating data entry tasks.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in all aspects of bookkeeping, reducing risk and improving overall financial health.
- Optimized payroll processing by staying current on labor laws and maintaining updated employee records, ensuring accurate payments.
Food And Beverage Consultant
Casa Mexico
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Created beverage menu as well as coordinated with the chef to build the food menu.
- Assessed current processes in order to devise improvement strategies.
- Marketing materials creation and implementation.
Food And Beverage Consultant
'Cue & Brew
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Consulted with builders to design the layout.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create and maintain branding.
- Built beverage program.
- Hired and implemented training programs for all staff.
- Guided the growth and development of the restaurant.
General Manager
Wonderbar
12.2019 - 01.2023
- Conducted the hiring process, scheduling, and training.
- Assembled and implanted multiple systems to ensure achievement of the highest fine dining restaurant standards.
- Created and oversaw the craft cocktail bar program , and rebuilt bar patronage after the pandemic regulations.
Skills
- Performance Improvement
- Delegating Assignments and Tasks
- Operations Management
- Mentorship
- Leadership and team building
- Staff Scheduling
- Sales Reporting and Operations
- Client Relations
Timeline
General Manager
The Vinyl Room
09.2023 - Current
Food And Beverage Consultant
'Cue & Brew
12.2022 - 10.2023
Food And Beverage Consultant
Casa Mexico
11.2022 - 11.2023
Administrative Bookkeeper
Gran Rodeo
12.2020 - Current
General Manager
Wonderbar
12.2019 - 01.2023
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