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Scott Altman

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Astute Business Owner successful in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalizing on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Manatee Avenue Market
Bradenton, FL
02.2020 - Current
    • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
    • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
    • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
    • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
    • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Business Owner/Operator

Fritz N' Eli's Pet Food Market
Bonita Springs, FL
12.2013 - 01.2020
    • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
    • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
    • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over all inquiries.
    • Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns and transaction reports.
    • Built and deployed operational procedures, training programs and administrative systems to handle needs.
    • Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts.
    • Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness.

Business Owner/Operator

Smokey Mountain Feed & Pet Supplies
Alcoa, TN
04.2006 - 10.2013
    • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
    • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
    • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
    • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
    • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.

Licensed Real Estate Sales Agent

Century 21
Fort Myers, FL
1997 - 2005
  • Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Negotiated between buyers and sellers of properties with efficiency and transparency to maximize profits and maintain satisfaction of clients.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Compared, researched and appraised properties.
  • Educated clients on sales and buying processes and advised buyers on making decisions.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Collaborated with attorneys, loan officers and agencies to complete property sales and purchases and thoroughly explained all financial requirements and data to potential buyers and sellers.
  • Sold high volume of properties in short timeframes to exceed quotas and maximize business revenue.

Executive Sous Chef

Royal Palm Country Club
Naples, FL
04.1994 - 04.1996
  • Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.

Kitchen Prep Cook

Ritz Carlton Hotel
Naples, FL
08.1992 - 09.1994
    • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
    • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
    • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
    • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
    • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
    • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.

Education

No Degree - Business

University of Maine
Orono, ME

High School Diploma -

G.W. Hewlett High School
Hewlett, NY
06.1987

Skills

    • Contract management
    • Sales tactics
    • Operations management
    • Strategic marketing
    • Tactical planning
    • Business process optimization
      • Strategic planning
      • Customer Relations
      • Business planning
      • Budgeting
      • Business Development
      • Staff Management

Certification

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals.

Certified Food Safety Manager

(expires 1/5/2026)

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Manatee Avenue Market
02.2020 - Current

Business Owner/Operator

Fritz N' Eli's Pet Food Market
12.2013 - 01.2020

Business Owner/Operator

Smokey Mountain Feed & Pet Supplies
04.2006 - 10.2013

Executive Sous Chef

Royal Palm Country Club
04.1994 - 04.1996

Kitchen Prep Cook

Ritz Carlton Hotel
08.1992 - 09.1994

Licensed Real Estate Sales Agent

Century 21
1997 - 2005

No Degree - Business

University of Maine

High School Diploma -

G.W. Hewlett High School

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