Thayer Havard Spencer
Montgomery
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with extensive experience at Harry A’s Bar & Grille, excelling in staff management and inventory control. Proven track record in enhancing guest experiences and implementing safety compliance measures. Adept at training and retaining top talent, driving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Harry A’s Bar & Grille
10.2021 - 02.2026
- Hired staff of 24 to 26 people with responsibility of all liquor inventory/purchase, kitchen inventory and menu application, payroll employee retention and training.
- Serve Safe Mgr. Certified.
- Managed day-to-day operations of Kitchen and Restaurant Guest Experience.
Administrator
Creole Cottage Senior Care
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed facility to State and federal regulations for a senior population in housing & food beverage hospitality.
- Operated all Departments, Culinary, Housekeeping, Nursing and Building Maintenance.
- Payroll and Employee training of Staff.
Health Care Administrator
Plantations Personal Care
03.2009 - 12.2017
- Managed the Scheduling of Staff, State and Federal Regulations and operated the 75 bed facility with Certification through the of both Culinary and Health Care Standards.
- Acquired status to open the facility.
- A private personal care assisted living facility
General Manager
Country Club of the South
01.1998 - 03.2009
- Manager rolls included training techniques for selling a fine selection of wines and liquors.
- Typical covers were for weekends 90+ and weekends 189+ guests.
- Also worked with executive Chef in development of menu, vendor selection and cost containment.
- Catering responsibilities for weekends due to large scheduled weddings.
- Lead 26–30-member team to provide optimal food/beverage/ dining experience for members.
- Schedules employees for catering and Dining room with presentation training before each service.
- Proper attire inspections along with grooming policies strictly enforced.
- Table service includes two staff whereby the guest would be satisfied with promptness and quality of service becoming the clientele.
- Staff evaluations and staff retentions.
- Safe Serve and USPH codes were trained and enforces with staff participation with ongoing safety training on proper lifting, broken glass removal, other safety concerns as defined in the SOP.
- GM Five-star Jack Nicklaus Gold Course with fine dining.
Manager
Darden Enterprises (Olive Garden)
Roswell
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Manager in training as new hire and then Manager on Duty during evening dining.
- Responsible for 30 staff members in front and back of the house.
- Provided a great dining experience for all patrons consistent with the Olive Garden franchise.
- Implementing all defined protocols for the franchise for a consistent experience from store to store.
Education
Nursing Home Administrator Internship -
CA State Hayward
Hayward, CA01.1991
Bachelor of Health Science -
Louisiana Tech University
01.1989
United Stated Medical Corp. -
Oakland Naval Hospital
Oakland, CASkills
- Staff management
- Inventory control
- Restaurant operations
- Menu development
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
Training
Served during Desert Storm, Oakland Naval Hospital
Timeline
General Manager
Harry A’s Bar & Grille
10.2021 - 02.2026
Administrator
Creole Cottage Senior Care
06.2018 - 01.2021
Health Care Administrator
Plantations Personal Care
03.2009 - 12.2017
General Manager
Country Club of the South
01.1998 - 03.2009
Manager
Darden Enterprises (Olive Garden)
01.1994 - 01.1999
Nursing Home Administrator Internship -
CA State Hayward
Bachelor of Health Science -
Louisiana Tech University
United Stated Medical Corp. -
Oakland Naval Hospital