Jonathan Evans Email & Phone Number

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Victoria, Canada

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Menu Development, Franchise Partner Relations, Cost Control, Supply Chain and Logistics, Special Events, Contract, Business Development, Kitchen Design and Layout, Recruitment, Food and Beverage Costing, Menu Engineering, Special Events, Brand Development

Dubai, Uae

General Manager of busiest location in noodle house chain. Oversee a cluster of other outlets. Developing systems to enhance cost control procedures and reduce lag time. Part of rebranding strategy team.

Analyze financial reports and develop action plans to grow revenue and control expenses; surpass budgets by 35%Manage sales of 6-7 million AED yearly through internal activities such as Loyalty Cards, Office Attacks and Flyer programsMonitor effectiveness of training/development through Mystery Shopper reports and internal Brand AuditsMaintain most accurate Food and Beverage costs across five outlets at a rate of 22%Verify accuracy of all invoices and receipts for perishable goods and supplies through a self-developed programCreated Chef De Partie training school based on brand standards and corporate guidelines; including logo, documentation and materialsFollow up with Team Leaders to ensure departmental orientation/training materials are current and Job Role Checklists are utilized for all new colleaguesCreated and implemented operational systems and procedures including employee records, financial reporting, bar manuals, par level sheets and maintenance; issue tracking sheetsConsistently provide leadership, motivation and coaching including performance management, reviews and Individual Development Plans for over 30 colleagues

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Follow up with Team Leaders to ensure departmental orientation/training materials are current and Job Role Checklists are utilized for all new colleaguesConsistently provide leadership, motivation and coaching including performance management, reviews and Individual Development Plans for over 15 colleaguesEnsure guest safety in and around pool areas and health clubsEquipment maintenanceCPR and Lifeguard recertifications

Responsible for all aspects of Food and Beverage department for restaurant on championship golf course (2 x 18-hole courses, 1 x 9-hole executive course) with over 600 members/guests passing through on daily basisOverlook Food and Beverage inventory including golf cart fleet and 'halfway house'Ensure member/guest satisfaction and encourage minimum spend through events and activitiesHire, train and develop seasonal staff membersManage POS back end systemsEnsure labor costs are managed within budget

Responsible for developing and maintaining guest relations Introduced proven beverage inventory system from previous establishments Trained, scheduled and supervised bar staff Conducted beverage information sessions for all employees; Assumed responsibility for daily operation of restaurants Accounted for all sales, profits and costs Trained and supported employees in all aspects of food and beverage Developed and maintained strong team environment, placing emphasis on associate satisfaction and delivering prompt and courteous service Maintained staffing levels, scheduling and labor costs Implemented member incentive program Developed expediting station to increase efficiency of plated service Conducted monthly inventory counts