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Sam Shapiro

Chicago,IL

Summary

Versatile Manager and Forward-thinking professional with proven operations, sales and personnel management abilities. Equipped to drive business success with innovation and strategic approaches. Achievement-oriented, ambitious and influential leader with 8 years of experience in hospitality. Passionate and motivated.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Manager

Stanton and Bowery Hospitality
Chicago, IL
02.2023 - Current
  • Directed and oversaw operations for multiple venues within Stanton and Bowery hospitality primarily specializing in revamping and revitalizing failing concepts in an expedited manner with the objective and goal of retaining profitability. During my tenure With S&B I directly oversaw three venues, 125 employees, and have assisted with Barstool Nashville, 511 Franklin (Tampa), 310 Bowery (NYC), and Barstool River North
  • Improved profitability by accurately maintaining our P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility. Successfully through effective cost management principles and techniques was able to Increase Bottom line returning to profitability within 5 months while ultimately Forecasting a $500,000 YOY Increase by the conclusion of 2024. (Barstool RN)
  • Through strategic planning and identify reconstruction was able to increase foot traffic by over 27% YOY ultimately increasing top line revenue by over 36% (Forecasting an increase of 1.3 Million from YP)
  • In 5 months Trimmed OHI by over $40,000 through creative activations, menu placement, proper bar supervision and creating Accurate Par reports.
  • Minimized staffing concerns by recreating and enhancing SOP's to ultimately benefit staff growth,culture and development. Utilized healthy competitions as well as team oriented incentives to enhance performance and efficiency.
  • Through networking worked and built relationships with WME, CMA, UTA and other talent agencies to ensure top notch entertainment and Activations for staff and guest alike.
  • Co-Creator of "Clocked Out Comedy" At 82 Stanton in NYC. Worked with Comedians Mark Normand, Grace O' Malley, Nimesh Patel, and Francis Ellis.
  • Originally onboarded to oversee build out and advise/assist with the opening of Barstool Nashville.

Manager

Riot Hospitality-Whiskey Row Nashville
Nashville, TN
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Helped operate and manage one of the top grossing establishments in the State of Tennessee while running a venue of over 800 patrons and 30 employees on my own during certain occasions .
  • Director and reviser of our merchandise department which was a great additional source of revenue for our venue. Successfully netted Over $250,000 in first fiscal year.
  • Managed day-to-day operations while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction were met at all times.

Lead Bartender and Manager

Dogwood Nashville
Nashville, TN
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Was the top performer in sales out of 20 bartenders grossing over $300,000 in individual sales over a 12 month span.
  • Trained new bartenders on proper pouring techniques, proper recipes, steps of serives and responsible alcohol service policies.
  • Brought in over fifteen employees including bartender, barbacks, and security who have been instrumental in the growth of Dogwood and Carmack Concepts team as a whole.
  • Oversaw menu design and creation. Updated menus regularly based on changing seasons, ingredient availability, and customer demand.

Bartender and Shift Manager

Moonshine
Athens, GA
11.2016 - 06.2018
  • Oversaw Entertainment serving as a liason between fraternities and our venue providing curated events to achieve the ultimate guest
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Psychology

University of Georgia
Athens
05-2020

Business Management

University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa

George Walton High School
Marietta, GA

Skills

  • Operational management
  • Sales and marketing strategies
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Database Management
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Customer Service Management
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Bar-rescue and reconstruction

Timeline

Regional Manager

Stanton and Bowery Hospitality
02.2023 - Current

Manager

Riot Hospitality-Whiskey Row Nashville
01.2021 - 02.2023

Lead Bartender and Manager

Dogwood Nashville
05.2020 - 06.2021

Bartender and Shift Manager

Moonshine
11.2016 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - General Psychology

University of Georgia

Business Management

University of Alabama

George Walton High School

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