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Work Background
Chairman
ACODRES Asociación Colombiana de la Industria GastronómicaChairman
Mar. 2022 - Mar. 2023Colombia
General Manager
Restaurantes MonserrateGeneral Manager
Jan. 2018Bogotá, Capital District, ColombiaTitle: General Manager Company: Administradora Monserrate SAS Dates: January 2018 – Present Description: I report directly to the Board of Directors and Shareholders, leading the company’s financial, operational, and strategic direction. I manage performance metrics, oversee compliance, and lead cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and profitability. Through initiatives like process standardization, ethical governance, and cost-control strategies, I’ve sustained growth and operational stability—even through inflationary challenges.
City Councilor
Concejo Municipal de SuescaCity Councilor
Jan. 2016 - May. 2017Suesca, Cundinamarca, Colombia
General Manager
Fundamental Food ServicesGeneral Manager
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2018Chía, Cundinamarca, ColombiaTitle: General Manager Company: Fundamental Food Services SAS Dates: January 2015 – January 2018 Description: I partnered with company founders to launch and scale a restaurant startup, driving $600K in first-year sales and securing key funding to support growth. I led the opening of three restaurant locations, overseeing everything from construction to team development. My focus on operational systems, vendor management, and service quality laid the foundation for a strong brand presence and long-term viability.
Board Member
ACODRESBoard Member
Mar. 2013 - Mar. 2021Bogotá, Capital District, ColombiaBoard Member of The Colombian Restaurant Association, Bogotá Chapter
Executive Director
Restaurante Temático La JugueteríaExecutive Director
Oct. 2012 - Dec. 2014Bogotá, Capital District, ColombiaCurrently owned by Grupo 5 G • Grew operation from three independent restaurants to four full-service restaurants, two school cafeteria catering services, and one event venue and developed the corporate structure for Grupo 5G. • Optimized food costs through the implementation of a centralized purchasing and production facility. • Grew sales from US$ 1.5 million to US$ 4 million in annual revenue over three years. • Implemented all human resource policies. • Ensured compliance of all restaurants with tax, labor, health and safety government regulations.
Chef and Co-Owner
Restaurante TeattroriaChef and Co-Owner
Jan. 2008 - Jan. 2015Chía, Cundinamarca, ColombiaCurrently closed due to massive floods in Chia in 2012 • Created, developed, and operated a fine-dining Italian restaurant in Chia, a suburb of Bogotá • Raised US$ 100,000 in working capital. • Grew to US$ 480,000 in annual revenue over four years • Responsible for compliance with local government regulations.
Chief Executive Officer
Flores Gala LtdaChief Executive Officer
Apr. 2000 - Dec. 2007Suesca, Cundinamarca, ColombiaGeneral Manager of a fresh-cut flower farm.
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