A  multifaceted,  solutions-focused,  and  customer/employee-oriented  Hospitality  and  Event  Services  Professional 
offering extensive operational management experience and a demonstrated track record of success within a variety of 
environments in the food and beverage arena. Recognized as a performer able to successfully and efficiently manage 
multiple  responsibilities  simultaneously,  resolve  issues, and consistently meet established goals and  exceed  key 
performance  objectives.  Direct  and  decisive  leader,  convincing  motivator,  and  effective  trainer  dedicated  to 
continuous  improvements  in  quality,  productivity,  efficiency,  and  customer  service. Highly  developed  interpersonal, 
organizational,  time,  relationship  management,  and  problem-solving  skills.  Strong  qualifications  in  personnel 
development, team-building, and team leadership. Microsoft Office proficient.  
 
ABC Company                                                   Any Town, USA                                            Jun. 2007 - Present 
General Manager 
•  Managed day-to-day operations for a full-service restaurant and bar with annual sales of $800K including event 
coordination and planning.  
•  Provided  strategic  leadership  and  direction  for  current  and  future  operational  plans;  maintained  direct 
oversight  of  marketing,  menu  development  and  costing,  scheduling  and  payroll,  billing,  monthly  F&B 
inventories, P&L, and quarterly revenue forecasting. 
•  Sourced, selected, and negotiated with vendors/suppliers. 
•  Managed, controlled, and  purchased inventory including all  food,  liquor,  beer,  wine,  and  mixers;  conducted 
inventory counts and coordinated vendor delivery schedules to ensure appropriate levels of inventory. 
•  Directed a staff of up to fifteen (15) employees responsible for food preparation and service delivery; assessed 
employee performance and provided ongoing direction, mentoring, and support. 
•  Scheduled work hours; planned staff schedules to ensure adequate manpower coverage.  
•  Spearheaded  the  recruitment, training,  staffing, and  scheduling  of restaurant/catering  personnel; developed 
job descriptions and responsibilities and completed all new hire paperwork.  
•  Enforced adherence to corporate standards/guidelines at all times. 
Selected Accomplishments: 
•  Demonstrated track record of increasing revenues. 
•  Revitalized restaurant  concept; performed extensive interior renovations, added an  entertainment stage and 
brought in new clientele. 
 
ABC Company                                                   Any Town, USA                                         May 2005 – Jun. 2007 
Promotions & Marketing (Self-Employed) 
•  Marketed and promoted a variety of small and large-scale events, ranging in size from 200 to 400 attendees, at 
local bars designed to increase/attract clientele.  
•  Oversaw the entire event process including the initial stage of selling, contractual negotiations, pre-planning, 
budget forecasting, cost analysis, on-site execution, and post-program evaluation. 
•  Planned and created unique ideas, marketing strategies, and promotions for events; identified and exploited 
profitable opportunities. 
•  Catered to VIP’s and established a network of valuable relationships which benefited clients.