Shaun Cole
Altadena,CA
Summary
I have worked in the bar/restaurant industry since the age of 21. I have worked in every position thus far in the FOH of a restaurant/bar. I understand the business from an executive/owner point of view down to the bus boy's and how if affects the guest's experience. It gives me great pleasure to see a business grow by providing guests with a memorable experience. Highly creative with strong communication and organizational skills. Works extremely well with others especially in high paced, pressure filled environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Beverage Director
PaliSociety
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Created and implemented beverage menus for all restaurant outlets, including cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic options.
- Negotiated pricing with suppliers for the best possible deals on high quality products.
- Managed budgets related to beverage purchases, labor costs and supplies in accordance with set targets.
Food & Beverage Director
PaliSociety / Silverlake Pool and Inn
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Analyzed financial data such as sales figures, profit margins, budgeting reports, to make recommendations for improvement or expansion.
- Managed food service sales, costs and budget administration to keep operations in line with financial targets.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Daily consistent leader on the floor, resolving guest grievances, building regular guests and creating a healthy, positive environment for staff and guests.
Bar & Restaurant Consultant
Shaun Cole Consulting
01.2015 - 06.2022
- Developed, implemented, maintained beverage offerings
- Established all beverage cost percentages, maintained under 25% beverage cost
- Accounts include: grupohabita.mx (Mexico City, MX); ibhospitality.com (Mumbai, Los Angeles); pizzana.com (Los Angeles, Texas).
Food & Beverage Director
Hollywood Historic Hotel
02.2016 - 06.2021
- Oversaw all business operations for 200 seat restaurant, bar and coffee shop
- Focused on raising revenue with key neighborhood businesses such as Raleigh Pictures, Paramount Studios
- Ordered/created all Beverages, forecasted and reviewed P&L quarterly; instituted SOP across all property.
Operations Manager
Houston Hospitality
Hollywood, CA
11.2013 - 02.2016
- Created and implemented seasonal cocktail menus across 8 diverse venues
- Assisted GM's across all properties in daily/weekly beverage control
- Supported bar managers streamlining operations, efficiency and guest satisfaction
- Worked with Distributors/Importers on contract pricing for all venues.
- Supported GM's in catering to VIP guests on a nightly basis
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA06-2003
Bar Smarts Advanced - Pernod Ricard
01-2011
Skills
- Organization
- Creative
- Team-builder
- Collaborative
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Corporate Beverage Director
PaliSociety
08.2022 - Current
Food & Beverage Director
PaliSociety / Silverlake Pool and Inn
06.2021 - 08.2022
Food & Beverage Director
Hollywood Historic Hotel
02.2016 - 06.2021
Bar & Restaurant Consultant
Shaun Cole Consulting
01.2015 - 06.2022
Operations Manager
Houston Hospitality
11.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Bar Smarts Advanced - Pernod Ricard
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