Managing the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of a +$70,000 a week corporate bakery-café. I was drawn to work for Panera Bread because though a publicly traded company, they strive to provide a warm and inviting customer focused business. Panera Bread’s food is made fresh to order from a menu that is continuously updated seasonally depending on availability of the freshest and highest quality product. I was an essential asset to the CT market, helping to represent their present and… Show more Managing the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of a +$70,000 a week corporate bakery-café. I was drawn to work for Panera Bread because though a publicly traded company, they strive to provide a warm and inviting customer focused business. Panera Bread’s food is made fresh to order from a menu that is continuously updated seasonally depending on availability of the freshest and highest quality product. I was an essential asset to the CT market, helping to represent their present and future goals of an iconic and trend setting company. Furthermore, my skills and experience were utilized to help teach other General Managers in the market how to monitor and correct controllable costs. Show less

Managing the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of a $45-$50,000 a week business, Created original and seasonal specialty cocktails, Reduced liquor cost by initiating a consistent weekly inventory integrated with a P&L spreadsheet, Worked through cost analysis with the General Manager on a constant basis to maximize profit reflected in a 20% increase in sales from previous year resulting in an average of 5% increase in profits, Worked closely with entire staff to ensure quality product… Show more Managing the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of a $45-$50,000 a week business, Created original and seasonal specialty cocktails, Reduced liquor cost by initiating a consistent weekly inventory integrated with a P&L spreadsheet, Worked through cost analysis with the General Manager on a constant basis to maximize profit reflected in a 20% increase in sales from previous year resulting in an average of 5% increase in profits, Worked closely with entire staff to ensure quality product and quality service Show less

Managing the day to day operations and responsibilities of a multi-million-dollar restaurant located within the multi-billion dollar MGM Grand Casino and Hotel at Foxwoods

Fine Dining Food and Beverage Service, develop engaging and relevant spirits inventory, Original Martini and Cocktail List for Company, Brand and Event Coordination On/Off Premise, Bartender and Bar Coordination/Maintenance for Six Stores.