Colby Ligons
Dyersburg
Summary
Seasoned Restaurant Owner/Operator with a proven track record at Luka’s Buffet and Grill, enhancing operational efficiency and customer engagement. Excelled in staff leadership and local regulations compliance, boosting revenue through innovative marketing strategies. Skilled in fostering high employee satisfaction and streamlining food prep processes to reduce waste, demonstrating a blend of hard and soft skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Owner/Operator
Luka’s Buffet and Grill
11.2023 - Current
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 16 employees.
- Collaborated with local community organizations on various initiatives to boost brand visibility while giving back to the community.
- Boosted revenue through targeted marketing campaigns, special events, and promotions.
General Manager
Prime Time Bowl and Grill
10.2020 - 11.2022
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Shift Leader
Sonic Drive in
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Dyer County High School
Newbern, TN05.2020
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Online ordering management
- Local regulations compliance
- Food presentation
- Staff management
- Small business operations
- Customer engagement
- Staff leadership
- Building maintenance
Timeline
Restaurant Owner/Operator
Luka’s Buffet and Grill
11.2023 - Current
General Manager
Prime Time Bowl and Grill
10.2020 - 11.2022
Shift Leader
Sonic Drive in
08.2018 - 09.2020
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Dyer County High School
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