ROCCO RUSSO
Las Vegas, Nevada ***** . 702-***-****
*****.*.******@*****.***
PROFILE
Results-oriented professional with experience in management, business to
business marketing and sales. Strong communication, leadership, planning,
organization and problem solving skills. Proven track record of exceeding
customer expectations while achieving and maintaining company goals.
Skilled manager with a strong work ethic and attention to detail; flexible,
positive and responsive to an ever changing work environment. Excellent
interpersonal skills and a keen ability to quickly build a rapport with
customers, management and peers.
STRENGTHS
Operations Management Customer Relationships Planning
/ Organization Team Building
Training / Presentations Competitive Analysis
Sales / Marketing Leadership / Mentoring
Budgeting / Profit & Loss
EXPERIENCE
Westgate Resorts LLC- Las Vegas, NV 2015-Current
Off Premise Sales Consultant
Responsible for promoting Westgate Resorts through arranging
tours for qualified potential timeshare purchasers, booking room nights,
and providing concierge services at Westgate Las Vegas.
Sidelines Grill & Pub - Henderson, NV 2014-2015
General Manager
In charge of all day to day operations of a tavern with a
restricted gaming license. Responsible for all regulatory compliance.
Handled bookkeeping, personnel, and payroll, ordering and vendor contacts.
Sammy's Woodfired Pizza & Grill - Las Vegas, NV, 2012- 2014
Gaming Manager
Oversee and manage day to day operations of two restricted gaming
locations. Liaison between route operator and corporate office. Responsible
for budgeting, marketing, promotional activity and overall profitability of
locations. Recruit, train and develop staff.
Accomplishments:
Instrumental in negotiating contract for new location and set up of
new location.
Increased net profit 32.7% over last year.
First year over year increase since 2009.
Highest Drop and Handle in company history.
Riviera Hotel and Casino - Las Vegas, NV, 2011-to 2012
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Oversee and manage the day to day operations of Le Bistro, R Steak and
showroom bars, Oversee Buffet, R Steak House, Pool Side Caf, room service
and cocktail staff. Complete daily administrative duties such as payroll,
scheduling, personnel files and requisitioning. Interact with guests and
provide managerial presence on entire casino floor. Derive innovative
business plans and promotional events to increase revenue. Implement cost
control and cost analysis techniques.
ROCCO RUSSO
Las Vegas, Nevada 89120 . 702-***-****
*****.*.******@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
Offramp Lounge - Las Vegas, NV 2006-2011
General Manager / Co-Owner
In charge of all day to day operations of a tavern with a restricted
gaming license. Responsible for all regulatory compliance. Handled all
bookkeeping, personnel, and payroll, ordering and vendor contacts.
Accomplishments:
Increased sales and gaming revenue to the highest level in 7 year
history.
Costco Wholesale - Henderson, NV and Portland, OR 1988-2006
Ancillary Business Manager
10 years of management in all areas of the company with the last 6
years managing a business within the business. Grew sales and profitability
through creative marketing and cost control. Conducted management and
employee training seminars.
Accomplishments:
Increased sales and profitability an average of 15% per year.
Ran an accident free workplace for 5 straight years.
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Mount Hood Community College - Gresham, OR 2 Years Computer Science /
Business Management.
Resident Producer-Health & Life Insurance/State of Nevada
Certification - Food Safety Manager / The National Registry of Food Safety
Professionals
Food Safety & Sanitation Certificate & Leadership Development Program /
Costco Wholesale
COMPUTER SKILLS
AS400, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, Micros Register Systems.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT / AFFILIATIONS
Nevada Tavern's Association / Former Board Member, 2 years- Las Vegas, NV
Cannon Middle School / AYP School & Improvement Program / Committee Member
- Las Vegas, NV