Autumn Nickels
Develop. Transform. Evolve. w/ Autumn Nickels
Restaurant Professional, dedicated to concept and brand development, believing that Community Involvement and the Guest Experience spearhead the business, creating Profitability & Longevity.
Find out more about Autumn Nickels at www.autumnnickels.com
Autumn Nickels's Background
Autumn Nickels's Experience
General Manager at Tavern Restaurant Group
December 2004 - June 2013 | Multiple Locations
♦ Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage, and labor costs on a daily basis.
♦ Built sales forecasts and ensured departmental schedules reflected desired productivity targets.
♦ Analyzed P&L Statements for areas of opportunity to increase profits without sacrificing the guest experience.
♦ Assisted in the development of companywide systems & training programs.
♦ Experienced in multi-unit operations throughout the Florida Market: Tampa, Naples, and Pembroke Pines.
♦ Conducted weekly management meetings to ensure organization and efficiency, as well as communicate company goals, directives, and initiatives.
♦ Conducted Management & Team Member interviews, New Hire Orientation & Annual Evaluations.
♦ Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests, team members, and vendors.
♦ Trained & Developed 6 General Managers, 3 Executive Chefs, & 3 Beverage Managers throughout the company.
♦ Planned & executed the annual St. Patrick’s Day event for the Pembroke Pines & Naples units, generating $54K & $45K consecutively in a single day, with annual sales increases for the event in both units.
♦ Implemented the Poppy Appeal throughout the company, working alongside the British Royal Legion.
Medicare Specialist at Humana
September 2003 - June 2004
♦ Analyzed and determined claims status, eligibility, and benefits of Medicare Choice policy holders.
♦ Utilized standard work processes to document inquiries.
♦ Satisfied customers' requests for policy information through order processing system.
Beverage Manager at Max and Erma's Restaurants
2002 - 2003
♦ Conducted daily pre-shift and weekly departmental meetings to ensure organization & efficiency.
♦ Developed and maintained exceptional guest service standards.
♦ Performed consistent and effective beverage inventory management.
♦ Optimized profits by controlling labor and beverage costs daily.
♦ Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
♦ Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
♦ Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
♦ Scheduled and directed staff in daily tasks to maximize productivity.
♦ Conducted kitchen line checks for product quality and consistency.
♦ Assisted with kitchen prep lists and production.
Autumn Nickels's Education
University of Kentucky
1993 – 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Autumn Nickels's Interests & Activities
Food & Beer Pairing, Craft Beer Industry, Cicerone Program, Bourbon, Community
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