Christopher Youngblood
SESSER
Summary
Restaurant management professional with proven track record in overseeing multiple locations, optimizing operations, and enhancing customer experiences. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and consistently achieving results. Highly adaptable with expertise in staff development and operational efficiency.
A strong focus on Food Safety and Training.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant District Manager
Tasty Hut
12.2019 - Current
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
- Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
- Fostered an environment of open communication between management teams across the district to share best practices in operations optimization and problem-solving techniques.
- Evaluated store performance regularly using data analysis tools to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted action plans for continuous growth.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize waste and optimize product availability, ensuring optimal stock levels across all locations.
- Reduced turnover rates by implementing proactive retention strategies designed to address potential employee concerns before they escalated into resignations or terminations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors, negotiating preferential pricing and delivery terms to optimize supply chain efficiency while maintaining quality standards across the district.
Restaurant District Manager
Rage Inc
02.2001 - 12.2019
- Utilized keen problem-solving skills to address and resolve any issues that arose within the district, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Facilitated cross-training initiatives among team members to improve skillsets, enhance job satisfaction, and increase overall productivity across all locations.
- Coordinated successful grand openings for new restaurants in the district, ensuring smooth operations from day one while generating positive publicity in local markets.
- Increased employee engagement levels by implementing reward systems that recognized exceptional service delivery from team members.
- Increased overall customer satisfaction by implementing innovative training programs for restaurant staff.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in each establishment.
- Mentored new managers, providing guidance on best practices for their roles and responsibilities within the company structure.
Education
GED -
Frontier Community College
Fairfield07-1994
Skills
- Brand standards
- Labor management
- Operations management
- Sales growth
- Employee retention
- Scheduling efficiency
- Cost control
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Passion for customer satisfaction
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.
- ServSafe Food Certification Proctor
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Timeline
Restaurant District Manager
Tasty Hut
12.2019 - Current
Restaurant District Manager
Rage Inc
02.2001 - 12.2019
GED -
Frontier Community College
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