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Work History
Education
Skills
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Susan Costa

General Manager
Hopkinsville,KY
Susan Costa

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

30
years of professional experience

Work History

Rebellion Doughnuts LLC

Rebellion Doughnuts
07.2019 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.

Copper Still Kitchen & Bar

FOH Manager
09.2018 - 04.2020

Job overview

  • Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
  • Resolved guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
  • Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
  • Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.

Friendly's

General Manager
04.2015 - 05.2018

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.

Boondocks Bar & Grill

General Manager
03.2013 - 03.2017

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.

Education

Diman Regional Vocational Technical High Achool
Fall River, MA

High School Diploma
06.1990

University Overview

I was a Culinary Arts student.

Skills

  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Ingredients Measuring
  • Workstation Sanitation
  • Food Plating and Assembly
  • Production Schedule Maintenance
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Food and Beverage Experience
  • Material Inventory Management
  • Active Listening and Communication

Timeline

Rebellion Doughnuts

Rebellion Doughnuts LLC
07.2019 - 03.2023

FOH Manager

Copper Still Kitchen & Bar
09.2018 - 04.2020

General Manager

Friendly's
04.2015 - 05.2018

General Manager

Boondocks Bar & Grill
03.2013 - 03.2017

Diman Regional Vocational Technical High Achool

High School Diploma
Susan CostaGeneral Manager