Stephen G. Szilagyi
New Milford,CT
Summary
Operations and facilities professional with over 25 years of experience managing large teams, maintaining complex facilities, coordinating vendors, and ensuring safe, efficient daily operations. Extensive background in preventative maintenance oversight, inventory control, event setup, emergency response, and staff supervision. Skilled in building systems coordination, contractor management, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Proven leader with strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Supervisor/Manager
SODEXO
Danbury, CT
01.2007 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate daily operations within a high-traffic institutional facility.
- Manage and train a workforce of 80+ union staff and student employees.
- Oversee inventory control, supply ordering, and equipment maintenance coordination.
- Respond to operational issues, equipment outages, and emergency situations.
- Coordinate summer camps and large-scale events including setup and breakdown.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Serve as a liaison between staff, vendors, and upper management to maintain smooth facility operations.
Manager / Chef
SOUP 2 NUTZ
Danbury, CT
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Managed full-service catering operations including off-site event logistics.
- Coordinated vendor services, scheduling, and equipment needs.
- Oversaw staff scheduling and daily operational workflow.
- Developed cost-effective pricing and controlled supply expenditures.
- Maintained high sanitation and safety standards for food production facilities.
Owner / General Manager
SIMPLICITY RESTAURANT
New Milford, CT
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Directed to all daily facility operations including staffing, inventory, maintenance coordination, and financial management.
- Oversaw building upkeep and vendor service contracts.
- Managed payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and budget control.
General Manager
TARTUFO RESTAURANT
Southbury, CT
01.1994 - 01.2001
- Managed daily operations of a $1.2M annual revenue facility.
- Coordinated maintenance and repair needs to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Oversaw staff scheduling, vendor relationships, and inventory management.
- Developed and implemented strategic operational improvements.
Dining Room Manager / Captain
BACCI'S RESTAURANT
Southbury, CT
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Supervised staff of 15 and coordinated daily operations.
- Maintained scheduling and service standards.
Assistant Dining Room Manager / Head Waiter
BLUE GROTTO RESTAURANT
New Milford, CT
01.1985 - 01.1991
- Assisted with daily operations and team supervision.
Education
International Business
Post University
Watertown, CTSkills
- Facilities & Preventative Maintenance Oversight
- Vendor & Service Contract Management
- Staff Supervision (Union & Non-Union Teams 80)
- Inventory & Equipment Management
- Emergency Response & Problem Resolution
- Event Setup & Operational Coordination
- Budget Awareness & Cost Control
- Grounds & Exterior Coordination
- Compliance & Safety Standards
- Strong Communication & Team Collaboration
Timeline
Retail Supervisor/Manager
SODEXO
01.2007 - Current
Manager / Chef
SOUP 2 NUTZ
01.2004 - 01.2006
Owner / General Manager
SIMPLICITY RESTAURANT
01.2001 - 01.2004
General Manager
TARTUFO RESTAURANT
01.1994 - 01.2001
Dining Room Manager / Captain
BACCI'S RESTAURANT
01.1991 - 01.1994
Assistant Dining Room Manager / Head Waiter
BLUE GROTTO RESTAURANT
01.1985 - 01.1991
International Business
Post University