Christopher Taggart
(***) *** - ****/ *********@***.***
Objective To enjoy life.
Statement I have spent many years creating/establishing/operating the finest supper clubs in Los Angeles and have recently moved back from Las Vegas. I have procedural knowledge in opening restaurants and nightclubs while acting in the supervisory position of daily operations. I create a professional, efficient and ergonomic environment while maintaining high levels of staff morale. I am not afraid of hard work, am a quick learner and use my gift-of-gab to forge and maintain personal and professional relationships. I will be your company’s asset.
Experience
AGM / Buddha's Belly
July 2011 - Nov. 2011
Opening of restaurant
Floor Manager / C & P FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Oct. 2008 – June 2011
Troubleshoot problem areas within the workplace and find corrective measures
Implement and oversee all necessary training for staff
Focus on revenue areas to produce greater income
General Manager Dir. of Op/ ARK RESTAURANTS (Tsunami Asian Grill/ V-Bar/Vivid)
Feb. 2005 – Oct. 2008 , The Venetian, Las Vegas
Creating strong relationships between Ark Restaurants and The Venetian
Working with Corporate Dir. of Sales for Ark Marketing and Promotions
Re-organized employee manual and training procedures
Overseeing management team and 50+ staff
Cut Payroll by 30% / Lowered Liquor PC by more than 3%
Created more efficient procedures for inventory/ordering
General Manager Dir. of Ops/ PLUSH LOUNGE & LAGOON
Nov. 2004 - Feb. 2005, Summerlin, NV
The re-training of staff in hospitality
Organized Special Events through Marketing
Cut payroll from 20% to 12%
Re-programming the POS system for efficiency
Re-educating the staff in nightclub/restaurant ergonomics
Ordering/Inventory/Scheduling/Payroll/Special Events
Consultant / sbe's SHELTER
Sept. 2003 - Oct. 2003, Los Angeles CA
Set up their corporation complete with a business strategy
Created a work flow template for the future venues
Worked with city of LA Officials in obtaining licensing and permits
Staffed and trained employees
Consulting Partner/ Owner / BLISS
March 2002 - March 2003, Los Angeles, CA
Conceived and designed the restaurant
Forged relationships with NBC, Access Hollywood, Entertainment Tonight
Oversaw Management Team training and created staff employee manual
References
Paul Gordon / VP Ark Restaurants 702-***-****
Daniel Biales / Dir. of Ops Renegade Ent. 310-***-****
Cory Jackson / GM C&P Food and Beverage 702-***-****