November, ****

Re: Employment

Enclosed is my resume which I have forwarded in order to present myself for

a position with your firm.

If you are interested in an individual who:

. Highly motivated, Strong interpersonal skills, and Proven team

building skills;

. Has a successful record for providing consistent and efficient high

quality Service operations;

. Deals effectively with clients and staff;

. Willing to participate in specialized training programs, to further

develop capabilities;

. Demonstrates effective skills in ordering, inventory and P&L controls;

Then I would like to meet with you to discuss your requirements and my

objectives in further detail.

As a result of my background and achievements, I feel I would be an asset

to your firm and staff.

Thank you for your consideration of my potential value. I look forward to

hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Anthony M. Kerchner

521 Rob Roy Street

Lakeland, Florida 33813

863-***-****

ANTHONY M. KERCHNER

521 Rob Roy Street Lakeland, Florida 33813

Home- 863-***-**** Cell- 863-***-****

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Highly Experienced Food and Beverage Industry - Owner / Operator / Manager

with well - rounded background, received in establishments known for both

fine dining and casual atmospheres.

Qualifications

. In-depth involvement in Operations:

Quality Control - Purchasing - Inventory Control - Ordering -

Sanitation and Safety - Cost Control - Administrative - Employee

Management - Menu and Recipe Development - Complete Guest Satisfaction

. Genuine interest and enjoyment in maintaining highest levels of

quality and service

. Over 30 years hands-on experience in all phases of leadership,

administrative, and food preparation

. Strength in operation of P O S and back office systems

Achievements

. Developed - designed and wrote new menu systems for perspective

restaurant operations.

. Analyzed, Tested - company procedures, recipes, and menu revisions.

. Reorganized - five "troubled" kitchens for previous employer, ie;

provided increased worker motivation and productivity. Oversaw

structural and logistical upgrades, Raised standards of food quality

and service. Taught purchasing and ordering skills. Improved

sanitation and safety procedures within all confines.

. Promoted - consistently at all work places, having proven people

skills, increased sales, with demonstration of strength in

purchasing, inventory, cost, and quality controls, employee

management, sanitation and safety all of which play key roles in

maintaining ever-increasing sales volume while insuring high profit

margins.

Career Synopsis

* Wings of Eagles Intl. Aug, 2009 - Oct. 2012

Lakeland, Florida

As General Manager I was responsible for all areas of daily

operations. Was instrumental in increasing sales volume of outreach

center / discount store which nearly doubled during my leadership.

Some accomplishments include; design, setup and opening of second

location.

* Mimis Caf June,2008 - June, 2009

Brandon, Florida

As Assistant General Manager my responsibilities include all areas of

restaurant daily operations. To include but not limited to; Sales,

profits, employee recruitment, development and scheduling,

* Tony's Airside Restaurant Inc. 1987 - 2008

Lakeland, Florida

As Business owner / operator, my responsibilities and liabilities had

no limitations.

My accomplishments were numerous as I utilized my previous

experiences to successfully operate for nearly 21 years.

Sales growth was from $180,000 to $1,200,000 annually and the

restaurant was an icon to the airport and local community.

* Beefsteak Charlie's Broiler 1985 - 1987

Baltimore, Maryland

As Managing Partner, was responsible for all aspects of day to day

operations.

Although hired as Manager, immediately following training was placed

as General Manager in a concept test store. Six months later was offered

Managing Partnership, whereby salary incentives depended solely upon

store audit procedures and net profits,

* T. G. I. Fridays Restaurants, Inc. 1982 - 1985

Fort Meyers, Miami, and Orlando, Florida

As General Manager I was directly responsible for all areas of Sales,

Profit, and Employee Recruitment.

Initially hired by chain as Manager, was promoted within 1 years of

service as a result of consistently presenting increased volume sales,

while maintaining high profit margins.

* Steak and Ale Restaurants of America, Inc. 1979 - 1982

Lakeland, Tampa, Sarasota, Bradenton, and Fort Meyers, Florida

The position of Assistant Manager was my starting spot, with rapid

promotion to Regional Kitchen Trouble Shooter and then General

Manager. Extensive exposure to all aspects of restaurant

obligations solidified my career choice.

Education

Various career related seminars and ongoing education

National Institute of Food Safety and Sanitation Certification

Polk Community Collage

Computer and business courses

Lakeland, Florida

Granada Collage Prep. And Vocational School

Management Skills, Food Service and Preparation

Pleasanton, Livermore, California

West York, York High School

Business and standard courses

York, Pennsylvania

Personal Data

I am passionate about leadership and love what I do; it is reflected

daily in my enthusiasm and dedication to whatever I accomplish.

Married, 3 Children

Immediate Availability

Email - abgk40@r.postjobfree.com

* Personal and Business References furnished upon request *

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