I’ve spent over a decade immersed in the vibrant world of hospitality, where every detail matters. My journey has taken me from kitchen manager to director of operations, allowing me to blend my love for culinary arts with my knack for operational efficiency. I thrive on creating systems that not only streamline processes but also enhance the dining experience for guests.One of my proudest moments was leading a comprehensive and tight-knit team in my role as Director of Operations at Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery. I had the opportunity to oversee four locations with a combined revenue exceeding $11 million. By implementing strategic changes and optimizing labor costs, I helped improve our overall efficiency while ensuring our teams were supported and engaged. Seeing those numbers grow while knowing it positively impacted my team was incredibly rewarding.I’m also passionate about teaching others—whether it's training new hires on cooking techniques or developing standard operating procedures that empower staff to excel. I believe that when we invest time in our people, we create a culture of excellence that resonates throughout our establishments.In my time as a restaurant project manager and consultant, the problem solving and obstacle climbing that is inherent in our industry has proven to excite me to no end. With focused, strategic planning, and an optimistic mindset, solutions abound.Outside of work, I enjoy exploring local food scenes and discovering new culinary trends. This keeps my creativity flowing and inspires me to bring fresh ideas back to my teams. If you’re looking for someone who can help elevate your hospitality operations or share insights into cost-effective strategies, feel free to reach out via email!Skills: - P&L Analysis - Menu Engineering - Operational Management - Cost Reduction Strategies - Staff Training & Development - Project ManagementI am always looking to grow professional network. Feel free to connect via LinkedIn or reach out to me at gregbuchanan90@gmail.com.
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Freelance ConsultantSelf-Employed Apr 2023 - PresentBoulder County, Colorado, United States• Implement strategies for cost reduction, including labor, food & beverage, and small wares and non-food expenses, following thorough P&L review.• Create systems to seamlessly allow for food prep teams to provide enough food for both the catering team and the in-house team leading to less food waste and fewer prep hours, saving hundreds of dollars per week. • Conduct break-even and closing point analysis to identify financial performance gaps and advise on menu, scheduling, and operational hours adjustments leading to a 5% reduction in labor cost.• Direct essential projects, such as installations, maintenance, repairs, and new equipment procurement.
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Project Manager And ConsultantVine Street Pub & Brewery Nov 2023 - Aug 2024Denver, Colorado, United States• Coordinated the comprehensive renovation and reopening of a restaurant, including the procurement and installation of new electrical systems, flooring, fire suppression, plumbing, and kitchen equipment.• Ensured adherence to health and fire safety regulations through scheduling of inspections and installations.• Developed and implemented a new menu optimized for efficiency, addressing regional labor cost concerns leading to a reduction in BOH labor by 2.5%. • Revised standard operating procedures for a modernized point-of-sale system across multiple service areas leading to a reduction in FOH labor by 3.5%. -
Project Manager And ConsultantUnder The Sun Sep 2023 - Feb 2024Boulder, Colorado, United States• Spearheaded the transition to a new point-of-sale system, enhancing operational efficiency and enabling daily sales reporting and labor management.• Developed SOPs for FOH and BOH service, daily sales reporting, labor management, training, and onboarding leading to fewer financial reporting mistakes and saving hours of manager labor.• Executed marketing strategies that boosted to-go sales and reduced labor costs by 2.5% without compromising the establishment's renowned service culture.
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Director Of OperationsMountain Sun Pub & Brewery Jan 2021 - Feb 2023Boulder, Colorado, United States• Designed and executed operational strategies to align with company objectives, enhancing overall efficiency and productivity of 4 individual locations with a combined revenue of over $11 million.• Streamlined tip sharing protocols saving manager’s 7-8 hours of labor per week.• Reviewed P&L reports in detail, uncovering hidden costs related to supply chain management; implemented strategic changes resulting in a yearly expense reduction of approximately $60k while enhancing profit margins. • Fostered a culture of development by recruiting, training, and retaining high performing staff, improving team capabilities and performance and saving 4-5% on training costs.• Supervised the transition to a POS system, increasing sales and saving $80k in credit card transaction fees in the first year.• Designed and launched a successful events program that increased revenue by nearly 10% the first year, and 12% the following. -
Executive Kitchen ManagerMountain Sun Pub & Brewery Nov 2019 - Jan 2021Boulder, Colorado, United States• Optimized cost of goods sold by negotiating favorable contracts with purveyors, reducing the cost of the culinary operations and taking advantage of purchasing power leading to 3% total rebates on food purchases.• Improved labor cost efficiency and productivity through detailed analysis of sales data and effective collaboration with management teams to address financial concerns.• Revitalized a key restaurant by developing and launching a new menu, redesigning the kitchen line, and overseeing the installation of modern equipment to adapt to post COVID industry standards.
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Kitchen ManagerMountain Sun Pub & Brewery May 2015 - Apr 2020Boulder, Colorado, United States• Created and standardized recipes, achieving monthly food costs 5% below target and labor costs 4% below target.• Conducted comprehensive training for new hires on cooking techniques, safety standards, and restaurant procedures, enhancing overall team performance and compliance.• Established and maintained rigorous cleanliness protocols, including surface and equipment schedules, resulting in a well-organized and sanitized kitchen environment.
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Assistant Kitchen ManagerMountain Sun Pub & Brewery Sep 2014 - May 2015Boulder, Colorado, United StatesOversaw the general kitchen duties (prep, specials, and staffing) while the kitchen manager was off duty.
Greg Buchanan Education Details
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Political Science And Government
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Greg Buchanan attended University Of Vermont.
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