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James Gatts

Hospitality Service
Experienced Food and Beverage Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Skilled in P&L Forecasting, MICROS, Microsoft Excel, Quantitative Research, and Public Policy. Strong operations professional with a Master of Science - MS focused in Justice Studies & Public Policy from San Jose State University.
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San Jose State University
San Francisco, CA, USA

Trình độ chuyên môn

  • Tình trạng hiện tại
  • Nghề nghiệp
  • Lĩnh vực
    Khách sạn
  • Kinh nghiệm làm việc
    Hơn 15 năm
  • Kinh nghiệm quản lý
  • Kỹ năng
    Point of Sale (POS) Systems
    Inventory Management
    Communication Skills
    Negotiation
    Budgeting & Forecasting
    Menu Development
    Pricing
    Customer Service
    ServSafe Alcohol Certified
    MS Office
  • Ngôn ngữ
    Spanish
    Trung cấp
    Portuguese
    Trung cấp
  • Trình độ học vấn cao nhất
    Master

Ưu tiên tìm kiếm việc làm

  • Hình thức làm việc mong muốn
    Full-time
    Quan tâm đến làm việc từ xa
  • Vị trí làm việc mong muốn
    Manager
  • Địa điểm làm việc mong muốn
    San Francisco, CA, USA
  • Freelance

Kinh nghiệm làm việc

Bar Manager

12/2018 - Hiện tại
Provide food & beverage service(s) at music & sporting venues, festivals/events & concerts. Coordinate delivery, set-up & operation of equipment, staff & product(s) Perform budget & scheduling forecast producing 17% pour cost & 30% labor cost Customize sales & service techniques to improve guest experience, increase revenue & reduce spoilage

F&B Manager

11/2017 - 12/2018
1 yr 2 mos
Responsible for 30+ staff across multiple outlets, including, restaurant, pool, in-room dining and banquet(s). Developed FOH training program for all job descriptions; implemented operating procedures to improve accountability & transparency Redesigned cocktail program & menus; negotiated spirit contracts, performed inventory & ordering duties; maintained appropriate liquor control techniques Reduced pour cost by 8%, Improved Guest Satisfaction Scores to 75.6% (goal = 70)

General Manager

10/2016 - 09/2017
1 yr 0 mos
Launched Oakland's 1st Equity-Permitted cultivation, distribution, delivery and transportation cannabis company. Secured $5 million in funding for a 22,000 sq. ft. cannabis facility equipped to produce 350lbs./month Engineered Oakland's application, construction & operational requirements; recognized as City Council's "Gold Standard" Equity-Permitted Cannabis Company Directed day-to-day functions of a 24-hour cultivation facility & HR duties for 40+ employees

Founder & COO

05/2015 - 08/2016
1 yr 4 mos
Created the concept, brand & menu for an organic juice, smoothie & açai shop. Executed company formation, permitting, leasing & construction assignments for a 350 sq. ft. location in 3 months Developed menu items & product(s), along with, pricing, staffing, budgeting & PROFORMA producing 25% gross margin Organized labor, inventory & ordering generating 25% food cost, 38% labor cost & 8% spoil cost Oversaw day-to-day operations, including, staffing, HR & payroll, vendor contracts & public relations

Bar Manager

06/2014 - 10/2015
1 yr 5 mos
Spearheaded design, function & operation of a $2 million celebrity-chef restaurant. Collaborated on complimentary food & cocktail program featuring local, seasonal, organic produce Hired, trained & supervised FOH staff; developed & promoted leads; produced & implemented opening, operating & closing procedures Cultivated local relationships & partnerships to reduce costs, drive revenue & enrich community impact

Bar & Operations Manager

11/2007 - 01/2014
6 yrs 3 mos
Assisted 15+ bar & cocktail staff deliver unparalleled service at a high-volume nightclub/lounge. Taught service standards, "upsell" techniques & customer service skills identified as keys to our "Top 5 Club in the Country" award 3 years in a row Negotiated spirit contracts, secured promotions/events & maintained inventory to generate revenue streams & 17% pour cost Provided leadership, infrastructure & experience supporting $10k/night (average) for 7 years

Học vấn

Master of Science (MS)
Justice Studies and Public Policy
2010 - 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Communications
2005 - 2007