Lonnie McFadden
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Rising Silo Brewery
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Managed a staff of 25+ professional individuals
General Manager
Zeppoli's Restaurant and Wine Bar
06.2015 - 05.2023
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
- Managed a staff of 25+ professional individuals of both front and back of house
Education
No Degree - Food Science
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VASkills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Time management
- Staff management
- Staff training/development
- Employee scheduling
Certification
- ServSafe Manager Certification
- Virginia ABC MART
Timeline
General Manager
Rising Silo Brewery
05.2023 - 03.2025
General Manager
Zeppoli's Restaurant and Wine Bar
06.2015 - 05.2023
No Degree - Food Science
Virginia Tech
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