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Thanos Christodoulou

Astoria,NY

Summary

Upper level Management & Certified Wine & Spirits Sommelier (WSET), seasoned Independent Restaurant Consultant at times, boasting a track record of elevating guest experience and boosting profitability by over 90%.

Expert in vendor negotiations and POS systems, with a flair for leading high-volume, fine dining and upscale-casual dining operations and driving customer satisfaction. Excel in analytical decision-making and team leadership.

Proactive with history of success managing operations, building teams and equipping employees with skills to independently handle business needs.

Offers progressive experience combined with sound judgement and good problem-solving abilities. Strong record of surpassing organizational goals. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager of Operations

MerakiaNY- Steakhouse
05.2017 - 11.2023

All Duties that directly/indirectly related to essential functions in Micro, and Macro latitude of Daily business

● Assisted in preparing weekly/monthly forecasts, ensuring 90% forecast accuracy at minimum

● Assisted to conducting weekly / monthly department meetings, revaluation of its purpose and maximize its current capabilities

● Ensuring attendances of all FOH & BOH managers, and responsible staff members Consulting, and implemented, recruitment, Scheduling, Menu development, Drinks development, staff training & opening /closing procedures

● Maintained strictly Budget Food Cost as well as Beverage cost based on monthly COGS evaluation.

● Assisted in implementation and provide recommendations to stimulate increase of short-term sales revenue where it required for the time been

.● Monitored weekly and identify training needs within the FOH Reacted urgently to any unexpected forecasting sales, and profits shortfalls to budget

● Ensured weekly payroll is intact/ signed off, and submitted on time for FOH department

● Ensured all employees are fully inducted to each company's Department

● Operated performance appraisals for all FOH & BOH on a regularly Base Monitoring daily FOH personnel to make sure all guests receive prompt, cordial attention, and personal recognition

● Maintained Health department Grade { A } and Health department Code

● Established and monitored daily effective employee's relations Managed all FOH Managers performance and interaction withing the company, keeping high levels of Cohesive Team

● Strictly maintained appropriate standards of contact, Dress, hygiene, uniforms, and overall appearance of all company's department's employees

● Contacted selection interviews for all potential new staff as and when required

● Guests & Public relations

● Meet Regular and VIPs as needed,

● Scheduled, and regularly performed routine equipment, and areas inspections under the FOH management's departments
● Team member of the Capital Expenditure plan for the year, and provided needed feedback of suggested projects and expectations.

● P&L highly proficient

● Engaged team members and improved performance by delivering daily updates and conducting regular meetings to obtain feedback and convey new policies.

Manager/AGM

Pera-Soho
05.2015 - 09.2017

● Service and Table approaches, Inventory, scheduling, staff meetings /Training / staff dress code & appearance on floor, Hiring process, BOH & FOH

● Ordering needs, Beverages Control, and selection, Food budget forecast, Health Department regulations, all company's
procedures, regulations & staff's behavior, and productivity during operation hours
● Opening, and closing approaches, cash handling, Guests relations, payroll, P&L Highly
proficient.
● Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.

● Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing
successful corrective actions.
● Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry
customers.
● BOH and FOH overall performance success.

● Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

● Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

● Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Restaurant Captain

Avra Estiatorio Mediterranean Seafood
05.2010 - 06.2015

●Service approaches, Customer satisfaction, maintain high level of returning customer's margin
● Shared knowledge of Wines / Spirits & Menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal
decisions based on taste and interest.
● Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage
needs.
●Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.

Captain/Restaurant Floor Manager

LOI, Medeterania Fine Dinning
03.2008 - 04.2010


Service approaches, Inventory, scheduling, staff meetings, staff appearance, ordering.

● Showed high-level understanding of fine dining standards and practices.

● Coordinated foodservice operations between kitchen staff and dining room servers.

● Completed restaurant opening and closing functions that included POS report generation.

● Demonstrated supervisory competency with Point of Sale (POS) equipment operations and
cash handling practices.
● Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic
acknowledgment and commitment to service.
● Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.

● Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage
needs.
● Supervised server staff and simultaneously served personal section of tables.

Head Bartender

Trata- Mediterranean Seafood Fine Dinning
03.2005 - 09.2006


  • All aspects of a proper working bar station, for constructive customer's satisfaction, and increase sales capabilities.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
    Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customers needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Educated staff on responsible alcohol serving practices; created a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for guests while reducing liability risks.
  • Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.

Restaurant Captain

Kellari Hospitality Group
02.2003 - 04.2005

● Responsible for all dining floor stages, sustainability, efficiency, and readiness, to accept high volume guest, maximizing profit outcomes.

● Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
● Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders
● Upheld high standards of professionalism when dealing with customer issues, supporting serving staff, and waiting on tables.
● Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
● Managed food resources, memorized orders, and coordinated customer service. Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
● Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Lehman College
Bronx, NY
09.2026

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY
09.2006

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Sales Support
  • Workforce Planning
  • Budget Development
  • Customer Engagement
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Employee Supervision
  • Operations Management
  • New Employee Hiring
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Scheduling and Coordination
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Process Improvement
  • Performance Tracking
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making

Timeline

Assistant General Manager of Operations

MerakiaNY- Steakhouse
05.2017 - 11.2023

Manager/AGM

Pera-Soho
05.2015 - 09.2017

Restaurant Captain

Avra Estiatorio Mediterranean Seafood
05.2010 - 06.2015

Captain/Restaurant Floor Manager

LOI, Medeterania Fine Dinning
03.2008 - 04.2010

Head Bartender

Trata- Mediterranean Seafood Fine Dinning
03.2005 - 09.2006

Restaurant Captain

Kellari Hospitality Group
02.2003 - 04.2005

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Lehman College

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Monroe Community College
Thanos Christodoulou