David Steiger Email & Phone Number

Charlotte, North Carolina

• Manager of operations for Harris Teeter’s Deli, Bakery, Starbucks and Chef Departments at the Plaza Midwood, Morrocroft and Waxhaw locations.• Manage and develop financial budgets and controllable expenses to optimize profits.• Drive $105,000 in weekly sales at Morrocroft, and $90,000 in weekly sales at Plaza Midwood • Trained and developed a team of 6 department managers and 70 associates. Crafted a culture of service excellence. • Opened the Plaza Midwood location responsible for procurement, merchandising, and training.• Surpassed first year sales projections by 30 percent and maintained a sales increase over 15 percent variance the following year.• Generated a 21% controllable profit, surpassing company targets by over 7 %• Exceed all sales goals and consistently raise profits through continuous customer growth and efficient management of the operations budget.• District Trainer for Fresh Foods Managers. Responsible for development of emerging leaders whom continue to have successful careers with Harris Teeter.

Responsible for the operation of O'Charley's Restaurant including hiring and training of team members, as well as, creating and maintaining financial goals and budgets.Developed a highly motivated team with shared passion for success.Maintained a sales increase over 20 percent in variance to previous year by way of utilizing effective local marketing and always exceeding guest expectations.Consistently drove sales and surpassed set budget goals, thus raising operational income.

Direct responsibility for the overall operation of Hops Restaurant. These responsibilities included recruiting, hiring and training of all new team members.Through the development of professional growth and accountability of the entire team an effective and proficient environment was established. Maintained a 23% profit after controllable and over 4% operations income.Ensured all financial operations exceeded budget expectations while providing superior guest satisfaction.Continuously maintained an efficient, high spirited and safe working atmosphere.

Qualify potential clients. Validate all leads. Use effective communication and industrial knowledge to execute sales.