Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Steven A. Morin

Chandler,AZ

Summary

To obtain a Management position within an organization where the skills acquired from more than 20 years of extensive experience in Hospitality, Facilities Management, Marketing, Procurement, Cost Control, Accounting, Training, and Relationship Cultivation can be utilized to their fullest. Opportunity for growth and longevity is desired.

Professional managerial candidate with deep understanding of operational excellence and team leadership. Proven ability to drive growth and enhance productivity through strategic planning and effective resource management. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to meet organizational goals, showcasing excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Bakersfield Restaurant
01.2015
  • Farm to table, made from scratch kitchen / 3.5 million annual sales
  • Oversee operations, assisting managers and staff members in the efficient completion of daily activities for this $2 million restaurant location.
  • Lead and develop all management, kitchen, and service staff; seamlessly integrating corporate culture with exceptional hospitality service to increase market share.

Assistant General Manager – Adobe Bar & Grill

Arizona Biltmore Golf Club – JDM GOLF
01.2024 - Current
  • Oversee operations, assisting 3 managers and staff of over 75 in the efficient completion of daily activities for this $6.5 million restaurant & Banquet location.
  • Manage leading Staff in New Store Opening
  • Set up POS System “Lightspeed”
  • Set up and utilizing “Margins Edge” inventory program to control Food, Liquor, Wine and Beer cost

Total Wine & More
01.2022 - Current

General Manager

Joyride Taco Bar – Upward Projects
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Oversee operations, assisting 2 managers and over 50 staff members in the efficient completion of daily activities for this $2.5 million restaurant location.
  • Lead and develop all management, kitchen, and service staff; seamlessly integrating corporate culture with exceptional hospitality service to increase market share.
  • Administer effective labor budgets, staffing appropriately to maintain labor.

General Manager/Managing Partner

Hundred Mile, Brewery & Restaurant
01.2015 - 01.2023
  • Oversee operations, assisting 2 managers and over 50 staff members in the efficient completion of daily activities for this $2.5 million restaurant location.
  • Administer effective labor budgets, staffing appropriately to maintain labor through the use of Toast Payroll.
  • Create and adhere to budgets, control inventory, and input invoices to reduce unnecessary losses thru Toast POS.
  • Analyze monthly P&L statements to identify areas that will improve profitability.
  • Planned and Managed outdoor festival “Brewers Bowl” 2018
  • Planned and implemented Store opening and training for FOH & BOH
  • Planned, created, and costed out food menu and cocktail menus for store opening

Assistant General Manager

Rock Bottom Restaurants
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Full service casual dining, Brewery, Banquets, 12000ft t, $13 Million annual sales
  • Oversee all aspects of operations, assisting 3 managers and over 75 staff members in the efficient completion of daily activities
  • Lead and develop all management, kitchen, and service staff; seamlessly integrating corporate culture with exceptional hospitality service to increase market share.
  • Analyze monthly P&L statements to identify areas that will improve profitability.
  • Develop and meet profit goals, sales forecasts, and projections.
  • Set up Hot Schedule System to control labor cost
  • Utilized Ctuit Inventory system to control Food, Liquor, Wine and Beer cost

General Manager

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2004 - 01.2010
  • Oversee all aspects of operations, directing 4 managers and 50 staff members in the efficient completion of daily activities for this $3.5 million restaurant location.
  • Lead and develop all management, kitchen, and service staff; seamlessly integrating corporate culture with exceptional hospitality service to increase market share.
  • General Manager leading Management & Staff in New Store Opening of the Naperville Location
  • Effectively reduced labor costs by an average of 7% from 2006 to 2007.
  • Successfully planned and executed fundraisers, collecting $12,300 in 2007.
  • Limited food waste while improving staff training, which lead to a reduction in food cost from 30% to 27%.
  • Received Secret Shopper score of 97.46%, ranking 3rd in the franchise.
  • Achieved 88.6% of total bonus goals, ranking #1 in the franchise.
  • Planned and managed off-premise festivals (Warrenville “4th of July” and Warrenville Summer Days.

Cardinal Wine & Spirits
01.2000 - 01.2004

Education

Associate of Arts degree - Business Management

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Skills

  • Familiar with Windows operating systems and internet based search Specialized knowledge of: Word, Excel, and Various Restaurant Proprietary Software (HSI, Aloha, Toast, Ctuit, Hot Schedules, 7 Shifts, Homebase, Compeat, Lightspeed K, Margins Edge)
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Accomplishments

  • Staffing - Worked directly with Human Resources to streamline hiring and onboarding process.
  • Supervision - Supervised sales team to monitor sales activity and goal achievement.
  • Business Development: - Spearheaded acquisition of two competitor companies.Established and managed partner relationships on a daily basis. Developed new marketing strategy which increased customer base by 23%.

Affiliations

Walk for the Cure (Breast Cancer), Volunteer 2002

Certification

  • Serve Safe - Food Sanitation Certification
  • Chicago Wine School - “Basic Wines” & “Varietals” (Patrick W. Fegan)
  • T.I.P.S. & BASSET Certification
  • Cicerone Certification

Timeline

Assistant General Manager – Adobe Bar & Grill

Arizona Biltmore Golf Club – JDM GOLF
01.2024 - Current

General Manager

Joyride Taco Bar – Upward Projects
01.2023 - 01.2024

Total Wine & More
01.2022 - Current

General Manager

Bakersfield Restaurant
01.2015

General Manager/Managing Partner

Hundred Mile, Brewery & Restaurant
01.2015 - 01.2023

Assistant General Manager

Rock Bottom Restaurants
01.2010 - 01.2015

General Manager

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2004 - 01.2010

Cardinal Wine & Spirits
01.2000 - 01.2004

Associate of Arts degree - Business Management

College of DuPage
Steven A. Morin