Darlene Smith
**** ******* *****, **** *****, FL 33967
(T) 239-***-**** (E) **********@***.***
Summary of Qualifications
I have Over 30 years in the resort hospitality industry working in food and beverage. I am looking to obtain a challenging position in the hospitality industry that enables me to capitalize on my managerial and organizational skills while motivating employees to have pride in the workplace.
Experience
Nov 2015-Feb 2016 Perkins and Marie Callenders
Associate Manager
Assist General Manager in planning operations manpower
Ensure menu items are prepared according to spec
Operate on limited staff to maximize profit
Proper management of the facility and equipment through preventative maintenance,
energy conservation, and safety requirements
2011-July 2015 Fletchers Grille and Spirits Cape Coral, FL
General Manager
Increased Revenue from 1 Million to 2 Million
Reduced Staffing from 42 Employees to 26 Employees in the last year
Reduced Payroll by 30 Percent in the last year
Implemented Monthly Inventory and Cost Controls
Purchase all Food, Beverage, and Supplies for the Property
2009 - 2011 Sunstream Hotels and Resorts/ The Resort at Marina Village, Cape Coral, FL
Food and Beverage Director
Responsible for the grand opening of the food and beverage department of this new resort. Exercised authority over 80 food and beverage employees
Oversee all purchases and receivables
Created and implemented effective cost controls for all outlets
Inventory of all food and beverage monthly
Responsible for over 4.5 million in the first year and over 5 million in the second year
Created and Implemented effective cost controls for all outlets
Oversee all events on the property
Oversee Restaurant managers to ensure schedules and payroll procedures are followed weekly
2006 - 2009 Sunstream Hotels and Resorts/ Bellasera Hotel, Naples, FL
Assistant General Manager
Responsible for day to day operations of the 100 room 4 star Hotel
Oversee Restaurant on a daily basis
Created and implemented effective cost controls for all outlets
Exercised authority over 40 employees
Inventory of all food and beverage monthly
Create, maintain, and control budget within guidelines through effective management
Resolve guest complaints concerning quality of food and beverage
Oversee restaurant managers to ensure schedules and payroll procedures are followed weekly
Oversee all catering events
1996 - 2006 Sundial Beach Resort, Sanibel Island, FL
Bqt Manager/Assistant Food and Beverage Director/Food and Beverage director
Food and Beverage Director 2003-2006
Assistant Food and Beverage Director 1999-2003
Banquet Manager 1996-1999
Responsibilities included overseeing daily operations of the 4 restaurants with annual
revenues over 3.5 million, overseeing restaurant managers to ensure schedules and payroll procedures are followed weekly, monthly inventories, menu creation for all outlets and
Catering, creating and maintain budget within guidelines, and exercising authority over 80 service Personnel.
1984 - 1996 South Seas Resort, Captiva Island, FL
Banquet and Room service Manager Kings Crown 1993-1996
Assistant Banquet and Room Service Manager Kings Crown 1991-1993
Assistant Restaurant Manager Capn'als 1989-1991
Banquet Supervisor Chadwickâs 1985-1987
Banquet Server 1987-1985
Education
1984 North Warren Central, Chestertown, NY
High School Diploma Business