Helping to support a young management team. Developing & coaching through experience.

Property investment, Property Management

Started with Food and Fuel at The Duke Pub & Dining Room in Richmond in April 2010. Concentrated on the development & training of staff therefore successfully building sales. Increased sales year on year. Moved to their 'flagship' site, The Roebuck in Chiswick in Nov 2012. A big challenge but not a challenge too big! Forgot to mention...I was only crowned Food and fuel Manager of the year 2012/2013, boom!

Increased average weekly sales from £6,000 to £10,000 Re-designed bar & restaurant to increase speed of service therefore increasing turnover.Developed new systems & strategies after identifying poor cash controls and stock losses including 20% reduction in staff costs.Introduced Japanese food & Sake training programmes for employees.Applied hygiene regulations, adhering to environmental health laws.Created signature Japanese cocktails including 'Sumo in a Side Car' and 'Japanito' Organized Sushi demonstrations with local students

Average weekly sales of £22,000Achieved 4x100% mystery diner scores20% increase on Health & Safety auditsMaximized profitability by decreasing all wet stock losses by 10% whilst increasing wet sales and significantly cutting wage costs.Established efficient procedures to ensure a high food GP.Main focus on encouraging repeat business through building relationships with customers and local businesses.Employed staff and ensured high service standards.

Increased average weekly sales from £7,000 to £12,000Proven ability to maximize profits, increase sales and reduce costs. Operated payroll systems, cash management and banking. Ensured food safety as well as health and hygiene standards were adhered to.Focus on staff training & management development.Legislative compliance, COSHH, fire, licensing.

Average weekly sales of £14,000. Six month role where main priority was to develop and promote new business in right direction.Opening, including all recruitment and training.Establish efficient security, stock and cash control procedures.

Brighton 2001-2004I increased weekly sales by £7,000, with focus on the consistency of high standards. Introduced successful breakfast trade, along with early evening wine offers and live music nights. Weybridge 1999-2001Average weekly sales of £27,000. Promotion from bar supervisor to Deputy Manager. I Increased sales by developing Sunday nights with Comedy and live music. Qualified cocktail bartenderMember of the S&L marketing and drinks forum.Main focus on the development of staff.