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Shane Polous

Shalimar,FL

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as an executive chef and manager . Proven expertise in strategic planning and staff management, successfully overseeing operations for over 100 employees at a time. Further job history available upon request. Over 25 years of management experience.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Trulieve
10.2021 - Current

I manage 10-15 employees in a fast paced, high volume retail/medical environment. I am responsible for recording and balancing cashflow throughout the day using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and various payment processing and database programs. I ensure proper marketing and customer service guidelines are followed.

Kitchen Manager

Aj's On The Bayou
02.2015 - 06.2020

Managed a crew of 30-40 employees in a very high volume restaurant environment. Was responsible for scheduling, payroll, inventory, menu creation, hiring, and conflict resolution. I guided kitchen staff on the proper handling and preparation of food and maintained proper guidelines for health and safety.

Corporate Executive Chef

Montana State University/Sodexo
01.2012 - 01.2015

I was responsible for the daily operations of 6 different restaurants/cafes across two college campuses with over 100 employees. I was in charge of menu and recipe creation, training, inventory, scheduling, payroll, compliance with state and federal regulations and day to day operations of all food and beverage operations within the college.

Education

High School Diploma -

Choctawhatchee High School
Fort Walton Beach, FL
05-1996

Skills

  • Schedule development
  • Data analytics
  • Strategic planning
  • Staff management
  • Financial management
  • Inventory control
  • Customer service
  • Experience with a wide range of software including Zendesk, Excel, Google Suite, SAP, etc
  • Training and mentoring

Timeline

Supervisor

Trulieve
10.2021 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Aj's On The Bayou
02.2015 - 06.2020

Corporate Executive Chef

Montana State University/Sodexo
01.2012 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Choctawhatchee High School