Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Timme Outdoor Service LLC
St. Charles, MO
03.2005 - Current
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
Developed sales presentations and promotion initiatives to key accounts to drive product sales and increase brand awareness.
Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
Bartender/Server
Chilis's Bar And Grill
Chesterfield, MO
05.2008 - 03.2013
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
Bar Supervisor
Station Casino St. Charles/Ameristar
St. Charles, MO
04.1991 - 03.2007
Completed bar opening and closing procedures.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
Handled cash accurately and prepared nightly deposits.
Purchased supplies according to expected demand.
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
Followed all safety requirements for alcohol service and maintained network of available ride services for inebriated customers.
Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Education
Associates - Automotive Degree
ITT Tech
St. Louis
05.1988
High School Diploma -
Pattonville Sr. High School
Maryland Heights, MO
05.1986
Skills
Annual Planning
Integrity and Transparency
Employee Motivation and Performance
Change and Growth Management
Industry Expertise
Leadership and People Development
Reducing Costs
Evaluating Suppliers
Intuit QuickBooks
Labor Relations
Inventory Optimization
KPI Management
Thrive Under Pressure
Results Orientation
Sales Growth
People and Culture
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Chilis's Bar And Grill
05.2008 - 03.2013
Owner/Operator
Timme Outdoor Service LLC
03.2005 - Current
Bar Supervisor
Station Casino St. Charles/Ameristar
04.1991 - 03.2007
Associates - Automotive Degree
ITT Tech
High School Diploma -
Pattonville Sr. High School
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