Friends Table Restaurant & BarFounder & Managing Director
Mar. 2016Peachtree City, Georgia, United States● Prepared for and led the opening of our family-owned restaurant, originally as a Highland Bakery & Kitchen franchisee, driving $1.6M in revenue in the first year, with over $2M in 2022. ● Led the re-branding from Highland Bakery & Kitchen to Friends Table Restaurant & Bar in 2022, including creation of new logo, new website, merchandise, social media strategy and community outreach. ● Recruited, trained, and managed a team of 50 employees across all departments, focusing on payroll, employee management & development, and customer service. ● Analyzed operational data using PivotTables to optimize menu offerings and enhance sales performance. ● Implemented systems including POS, inventory management, and marketing platforms. ● Delegated managerial duties to a General Manager, enabling focus on strategic business growth. ● Actively engaged with the community through chamber events, charity events, and local clubs. ● Managed catering for corporate events, parties, and private functions, overseeing food preparation and staffing.