Simon Dean

Food and Beverage Professional

Philadelphia, PA 19125

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917-***-****

An experienced food and beverage professional with over 20 years experience in New York, Las Vegas and

Philadelphia. A proven track record of maximizing financial performance while increasing customer satis-

faction. Able to mentor management and staff to realize their potential while maintaining a positive work

environment.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

WINE DIRECTOR / MANAGER

Osteria - Philadelphia, PA

April 2022 to Present

Hired to reorganize the wine program and support service in this Philadelphia landmark restaurant. The wine program was left unattended for quite some time and needed a great deal of work to become relevant for the clientele that was now patronizing the venue. Added many wines by the glass and bottle which fit better with the current concept and increased wine by the glass and bottle sales while maintaining costs at or below the budgeted percentages. Aided in training of a very young staff and had an overall impact on service standards GENERAL MANAGER

Giuseppe & Sons - Philadelphia, PA

September 2021 to April 2022

Hired to reopen the largest of the Schulson Collective restaurants after the pandemic. We were able to restaff fully and opened the restaurant within the timelines we were given. The restaurant was successful quickly after the reopening although there were many obstacles to overcome GENERAL MANGER

Otto Restaurant - New York, NY

July 2019 to March 2020

Hired to restructure this NYC landmark restaurant that was on the verge of failing. Through a major restructuring of the kitchen and management team and bringing payroll under control, we were set up to become successful once again. Unfortunately, the pandemic ruined all of those plans GENERAL MANAGER / CONSULTANT

The Cauldron - New York, NY

February 2019 to June 2019

Hired to transition a pop up experiential concept into a permanent venue including a full service bar and dining

area. Hired management, disciplined underperforming employees, implemented systems and policies. Assisted

UK based accountants with setting up software integrations and restaurant specific chart of accounts. GENERAL MANAGER

Jansen Restaurant - Mount Airy, PA

November 2015 to February 2019

Hired to open and create a fine dining restaurant from the ground up. Assisted in all facets of the opening including construction, permits, licensing, insurance and budgeting. After spending five months on the construction, hired and trained all front of house staff. Opened the restaurant and received 3 bells from from the

most important critic in Philadelphia, Craig LaBan, after four months in operation. GENERAL MANAGER / CONSULTANT

Teca Restaurant - Newtown Square, PA

January 2015 to October 2015

Hired to rescue a failed opening. Retrained all front of house staff. Implemented policies, procedures and responsibilities for all management and staff. Hired personnel to replace underperforming members of the staff and management. Raised staff morale to the point where we now act as part of a team and consistently perform at a high level of professionalism and provide real hospitality to all of our guests. DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Hotel Palomar - Philadelphia, PA

June 2014 to December 2014

Oversaw all food and beverage operations including restaurant, banquets, catering and room service. Led a diverse team of managers and staff while improving financial performance and attaining the highest customer satisfaction scores in the history of the venue. Responsible for budget, marketing, purchasing and all day to day operations. Worked closely with heads of all hotel departments to improve overall hotel GENERAL MANAGER

Craftsteak, MGM Grand - Las Vegas, NV

February 2013 to April 2014

Oversaw all facets of daily operation at MGM Grand's flagship restaurant with annual sales in excess of

$16,000,000. Responsible for purchasing, scheduling and training. Worked closely with management and staff to increase sales, market metrix scores and employee engagement. Exceeded all monthly budget goals, both top and bottom line.. Coordinated with other departments to ensure the highest levels of guest satisfaction.

GENERAL MANAGER

Lavo Restaurant - Las Vegas, NV

February 2011 to December 2012

Oversaw all day to day operations at one of the highest grossing venues in the US with annual sales in excess of $23,000,000. Responsible for financial performance as well as staff hiring, training and engagement. Improved top line revenue while solidifying the performance of an already terrific staff. Mentored

management to reach their full potential and grow within the company. GENERAL MANAGER / PARTNER

Esca Restaurant - New York, NY

2000 to 2010

Opening General Manager of this highly acclaimed Italian seafood restaurant. Implemented all policies, operational standards and manuals. Worked hand in hand with chef David Pasternack and partners Joseph Bastianich and Mario Batali to create a restaurant that serves world class food and wine in an atmosphere that is approachable and fun. Received three stars from the New York Times. Education

SUNY Binghamton - Binghamton, NY

Skills

• Budgets, P&Ls, Menu Development, Manager Mentoring, Inventory, Wine and Liquor Purchasing, Service, Aloha, Micros, Open Table, Caterease, Excell, Word, Powerpoint

• Restaurant experience

• Hospitality

• Budgeting

• Payroll

• Purchasing

• Mentoring

• Procurement

• Hotel experience

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