GARY SMITH

**** **** ******** **** *** #****, Tucson, Az 85710 C: 520-***-**** acst37@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

I am a hospitality professional who who has worked in both free standing restaurants as well as corporate hotels, I am a

great organizer who is quick and efficient, great with associates and eager to learn more.

Highlights

Staff development talent Bar management

T.I.P.S. certified Friendly and enthusiastic

Customer-oriented Extensive Microsoft and Excel knowledge

Strong leader

Hiring and training

Stable work history

Operations management

Experience

Director of Food and Beverage 08/2010 to 08/2015

Hilton Tucson East Hotel Tucson, Az

Managed all aspects of the food and beverage department, Kitchen, restaurant and banquets. In charge of ordering and

keeping both food and beverage costs in line. Conducted daily pre-shift and weekly departmental meetings to ensure

organizational efficiency. Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity. Efficiently

resolved problems or concerns to the satisfaction of all involved parties. Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods,

beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques, and guest interactions.

Restaurant/ Banquet Manager 08/2003 to 08/2010

Hilton Tucson East Hotel Tucson, Az

Over saw all aspects of managing both the restaurant as well as the banquet staff, cash handling, daily invoices and

guest interaction.

Restaurant/ Bar manager 03/2001 to 02/2003

Sheraton Hotel Tucson, Az

Managed both the Ranchers Club fine dining steak house and Trophies Sports bar.

Restaurant Manager 04/1998 to 01/2001

Daniels Italian Restaurant Tucson, Az

Over saw all employees at this 4 diamond Italian restaurant, scheduling, ordering, guest services, opening and closing.

Education

Restaurant Management 1986

University of Arizona Tucson, Az, USA

Courses in Hospitality and Restaurant Management. Coursework in Business, Restaurant and Hotel Management.