Accomplished management leader with a consistent, proven track record of exceeding performance goals.

         Exceeded sales, customer service and operations objectives while managing a restaurant and a deli.

         Led all aspects of a Mediterranean restaurant that grew from $0 to $1.3 million in sales within four years.

         Increased sales of a Manhattan deli 30% and later sold the business for a healthy profit.

         Experience leading, training and coaching team members to maximize their potential and excel.

         Solid time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including working well on deadline.

New Business Development Operations Management Staff Management/Training

Profit and Loss/Budgeting Inventory Control Interviewing & Hiring

Client/Vendor Relations Policies & Procedures Menu Development

Cooking Problem Solving Online Marketing

The Grill Forest Hills , NY 2013-2017

Owner/Manager/Bartender

         Led all aspects of a Mediterranean restaurant that grew from $0 to $1.3 million in sales within four years.

         Personally created most of the recipes and educated cooks on how to properly make dishes.

         Built and led a diverse team of up 16 personnel to maximize their potential and excel.

         Provided a stellar experience to guests at this 80-seat restaurant.

         Secured 4.5 stars on Yelp, Facebook and Google for outstanding cuisine and service.

Gourmet Bagel New York, NY 2004-2017

Owner/Manager

         Increased sales of this Manhattan deli 30% and later sold the business for a healthy profit.

         Managed a team of six staff members to provide outstanding service in a high-volume environment.

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy Salon New York, NY 2005-2014
Owner/Manager and Hair Colorist

         Generated up to $800,000 in annual sales while securing many positive reviews and repeat customers.

         Opened the salon from scratch with $0 and established an excellent reputation for hair coloring.