Stew Cowans

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Restaurant General Manager at Boston Pizza International Inc @ Boston Pizza International Inc
richmond, british columbia, canada
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, Canada
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About Stew Cowans

Experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry including hotels, resorts and restaurants with over 10 years of hospitality experience. Completed a postgraduate degree in Hospitality and Tourism Operations Management from Humber College in 2011.

Stew Cowans's Current Company Details
Boston Pizza International Inc

Boston Pizza International Inc

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Restaurant General Manager at Boston Pizza International Inc
richmond, british columbia, canada
Website:
bostonpizza.com
Employees:
2751
Stew Cowans Work Experience Details
  • Boston Pizza International Inc
    Restaurant General Manager
    Boston Pizza International Inc Jul 2021 - Present
    Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
    I oversee the daily operations of the restaurant to ensure the delivery of a great guest experience while focusing on achieving goals and budget expectations. I am responsible for the selection, development and performance management of employees to ensure a high-functioning and motivated team. I provide support to the team to ensure compliance to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility and labor costs. I am responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and personnel/payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Paramount Fine Foods
    General Manager
    Paramount Fine Foods Nov 2020 - May 2021
    Milton, Ontario, Canada
  • Paramount Fine Foods
    General Manager
    Paramount Fine Foods Jan 2019 - Nov 2020
    Burlington, Ontario, Canada
    I was responsible for the overall operations of Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) by implementing policies, standard operating procedures and ensuring production, productivity, quality, and customer service standards are met. On a daily and weekly basis, I was fiscally responsible for food and labour costs, achieving and maintaining profitability for the restaurant. As part of ensuring profitability, I was responsible for setting ambitious targets to drive sales with promotions and local store marketing. I provided coaching to the restaurant leadership team to ensure consistent delivery of Paramount standards and quality, and am responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy facility environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures and complying with Public Health Inspectors and NORAXX standards.
  • Otg Management
    General Manager
    Otg Management Jan 2017 - Jan 2019
    Toronto, Canada Area
    I was responsible for the operations and staff performance of five restaurants within T3 at Pearson Airport. Within my role I was responsible for the development, training, food quality, presentation, guest services, and the adherence of all policies and procedures of both restaurants. I was responsible for achieving all operational goals, and overseeing staff performance. Ultimately I'm responsible for ensuring a positive experience for OTG guests and staff.
  • Otg Management
    Restaurant Manager
    Otg Management Mar 2016 - Jan 2017
    Toronto, Canada Area
    I was responsible for all day to day restaurant operations and staff performance. Within my role I was responsible for development, training, food quality and presentation, guest services, and the maintenance of all policies and procedures of the restaurant. I was accountable for business results in support of operational goals and for assisting supervisors and staff in implementing changes and results.
  • Holiday Inn Toronto-Mississauga
    Guest Services Manager
    Holiday Inn Toronto-Mississauga Sep 2015 - Mar 2016
    Mississauga, Ontario
    At the Holiday Inn Toronto-Mississauga reporting directly to the General Manager, I was responsible for the daily operation of the hotel, including managing the Front Desk, Night Audit, Guest Services, Housekeeping, Laundry, Loss Prevention and Engineering teams. Through leadership my goal was to ensure that the IHG standards are not only maintained but exceeded by all staff throughout the hotel. Within my role, I was committed to guest satisfaction. I followed up with all guest related concerns, whether guests are in-house or departed to ensure an overall positive experience. My responsibilities also included monitoring room availability inventory, rate programs and selling strategies of the hotel within our competitive set.
  • Cambridge Suites Hotels
    Front Office Manager
    Cambridge Suites Hotels Jul 2013 - Sep 2015
    Toronto, Canada Area
    Within my role as the Front Office Manager, I was responsible for the daily management of the Front Office, Concierge, and telephone operators to ensure adherence to the Cambridge Suites Toronto standards, policies and procedures. My responsibilities included ensuring that quality and professional staff are hired, trained and supported towards employee development. I conducted regular staff meetings to achieve high quality service levels are being provided to all hotel guests.On a daily basis I was responsible for resolving problems and guest service issues in a timely manner and implement troubleshooting measure. As part of resolving guest issues, I managed the TripAdvisor page and communicate frequently with potential and past guests to ensure guest satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Cambridge Suites Hotels
    Guest Service Supervisor
    Cambridge Suites Hotels Jul 2012 - Jul 2013
    Toronto, On
    I was responsible for the providing on-the-spot authority in the hotel to ensure a smooth operation and the highest level of guest satisfaction.I assisted in providing daily operational supervision and department relief for Reservations and Concierge.I pride myself in having created an environment that allowed employees to achieve job fulfilment.
  • Shamrock Lodge
    Resort Manager
    Shamrock Lodge May 2011 - Sep 2012
    Port Carling
    I managed daily operations of the resort including but not limited to front desk and reservations, housekeeping activities, food and beverage operations and maintained requests. My role included maintaining high standards of work performance of staff through motivation and feedback. I was responsible for the recruitment, training and scheduling of staff, and on a daily basis I handled all guest requests and issues as they arose.
  • Pro-Edge Consultants Inc
    Marketing And Business Development
    Pro-Edge Consultants Inc May 2009 - May 2010
    Toronto, On
    Within my role I provided investor relations for small-cap mining companies. I was responsible for managing client marketing strategies, press releases, and promotions. As part part of my marketing role, I was responsible for creating social media campaigns for mining companies, and worked in small teams to create custom campaigns for each client.
  • Hotel Les Aravis
    Mountain Guide Instructor
    Hotel Les Aravis 2007 - 2008
    Combloux, France
    At Hotel Les Aravis I was a qualified outdoor activity guide leading excursions in the heart of the French Alps. I was responsible for route planning, equipment preparation and maintenance. Within my role I promoted scheduled trips to hotel guests and potential client. In addition I created and organized meal plans/ideas for specific clients.
  • Killarney Mountain Lodge
    Recreation Director/Chalet Host
    Killarney Mountain Lodge 2006 - 2007
    Killarney, On
    While at Killarney Mountain Lodge I personally operated the outpost lodge, cooking, guiding, and maintaining Lodge facilities. Whilst operating the outpost lodge, I was responsible for ensuring impeccable standards of service, catering for families, couples, and returning guests. In addition I was a qualified waterside activity guide teaching sailing, kayaking, canoeing, boardsailing, fishing and backcountry hiking.

Stew Cowans Skills

Management Food And Beverage Hotels Customer Service Hospitality Hotel Management Resorts Event Management Customer Satisfaction Social Media Marketing Training Event Planning Hospitality Industry Customer Service Management

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What company does Stew Cowans work for?

Stew Cowans works for Boston Pizza International Inc

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Stew Cowans's current role is Restaurant General Manager at Boston Pizza International Inc.

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What schools did Stew Cowans attend?

Stew Cowans attended Humber College, Dalhousie University.

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Stew Cowans has skills like Management, Food And Beverage, Hotels, Customer Service, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Resorts, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, Social Media Marketing, Training, Event Planning.

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