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Shannon Nester

Fort Myers,FL

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

General Manager

Sidelines Sports Bar And Grill
07.2023 - Current
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed diverse team of professionals, fostering positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

Director of Operations

Global Event Marketplace
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Optimized supply chain operations by identifying inefficiencies, implementing improvements, and reducing lead times on critical deliverables.
  • Negotiated high-stakes contracts with key partners, securing favorable terms for organization''s long-term success.

Lead Bartender/Bar Manager

Sidelines Sports Bar And Grille
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between business and its clientele.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across team.

General Manager

Rink Management, The Rink
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Managed diverse team of professionals, fostering positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.

Restaurant Front of House Manager

The Halligan Bar & Grill
06.2016 - 09.2018
  • Mentored new team members on restaurant policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent guest experiences across shifts.
  • Collaborated with back of house management to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and service staff for optimal dining experiences.
  • Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.

Owner & Operating Partner/ General Manager

250 Sports Grill
06.2012 - 06.2016
  • Managed financial aspects of business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Hired trained, and managed high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for business.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.

EMT-Basic

Amelia Ambulance
04.2011 - 05.2012
  • Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
  • Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
  • Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as integral part of emergency response team.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.

EMT-Basic

First Med.
04.2010 - 04.2011
  • Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
  • Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
  • Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as integral part of emergency response team.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.

Business Manager

Clinique Cosmetics
10.2005 - 03.2010
  • Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
  • Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them grow professionally and contribute more effectively to team''s goals.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to enhance sales techniques and meet customer needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare/ Business Administrative Management

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
10.2027

EMT- Basic -

J. Sargent
Henrico, VA
2008

General Diploma -

Thomas Dale High School
Chester, VA
1999

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Operations Management
  • Training and coaching
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Administrative Skills
  • P&L Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Customer Service Management
  • Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Human Resources

Certification

Food Safety Manager

Crowd Control Manager

Quote

It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancement401k match

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Designed a more efficient Excel template to track and manage office personnel calendars and daily meetings.
  • Supervised team of 30 staff members.
  • Staffing - Worked directly with Human Resources to streamline hiring and onboarding process.
  • Compiled inventory lists and worked with vendors for product pricing and special orders. Handled high volume sales with cash, credit and gift card transactions, balancing cash draw at end of shift with 100% accuracy rate.

Software

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Apple

Timeline

General Manager

Sidelines Sports Bar And Grill
07.2023 - Current

Director of Operations

Global Event Marketplace
03.2022 - 07.2023

Lead Bartender/Bar Manager

Sidelines Sports Bar And Grille
09.2020 - 03.2022

General Manager

Rink Management, The Rink
10.2018 - 02.2019

Restaurant Front of House Manager

The Halligan Bar & Grill
06.2016 - 09.2018

Owner & Operating Partner/ General Manager

250 Sports Grill
06.2012 - 06.2016

EMT-Basic

Amelia Ambulance
04.2011 - 05.2012

EMT-Basic

First Med.
04.2010 - 04.2011

Business Manager

Clinique Cosmetics
10.2005 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare/ Business Administrative Management

Southern New Hampshire University

EMT- Basic -

J. Sargent

General Diploma -

Thomas Dale High School

Food Safety Manager

Crowd Control Manager

Shannon Nester