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Tyler Gaynor

General Manager
Denton,TX

Timeline

General Manager

Shuck Me
02.2024 - Current

Assistant General Manager

Spicy Boys Cajun Restaurant
08.2022 - 01.2024

FOH Manger

Waldo's Chicken and Beer
07.2021 - 07.2022

Ministry Associate

Providence Church
01.2019 - 05.2020

Catering Manager

Dickeys Barbecue Pit
07.2018 - 07.2021

Associate of Science - Buisness

Pellissippi State Community College
01.2018 - 05.2020

Karns High School
08.2014 - 12.2017

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Spicy Boys Cajun Restaurant
Nashville , TN
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
  • Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
  • Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
  • Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
  • Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
  • Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.

FOH Manger

Waldo's Chicken and Beer
Nashville , TN
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
  • Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
  • Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
  • Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
  • Resolved guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
  • Developed and implemented marketing initiatives to increase sales and revenue.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to establish timely delivery of food and beverage items.

Catering Manager

Dickeys Barbecue Pit
Knoxville, TN
07.2018 - 07.2021
  • Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
  • Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Secured new clients and accounts by analyzing and catering products to specific needs.
  • Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
  • Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
  • Promoted catering packages with most profitable outcomes without sacrificing client desires.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.

Ministry Associate

Providence Church
Knoxville , TN
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Was active in Student Ministry and School events.

General Manager

Shuck Me
Denton, TX
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Education

Associate of Science - Buisness

Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN
01.2018 - 05.2020

Karns High School
Knoxville, TN
08.2014 - 12.2017

Skills

  • Staff Training
  • Staff Development
  • Profit and Loss Accountability
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Project Planning
  • Menu Planning
  • Risk Management
  • Labor Cost Controls
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Sales Promotion
  • Vendor Partnerships
  • Staff Management
  • Product Analysis

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchCareer advancement

Quote

Skills can be taught. Character you either have or you don't have.
Anthony Bourdain
Tyler GaynorGeneral Manager