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Don Farion

North Vancouver,BC

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. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Bomber Brewing
09.2013 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Director of Operations

BierCraft Group Of Restaurants
05.1996 - 09.2013
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw and managed operations of 4 restaurants and a brewery. Manage 200+ staff, GMs and MODs.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
  • Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Spearheaded implementation of process improvements and cost-saving initiatives to increase value and maximize profits.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Concordia University
Montreal, QC

Associate of Science - Science

John Abbott College
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Staff Development
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Data Review
  • Inventory Control
  • Team Oversight
  • Facility Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Staff Retention Programs
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Product Analysis
  • Multimillion-Dollar P&L Management
  • New Business Development

Affiliations

Chair - BC Craft Brewers Guild 2015-2023

Certification

  • Certified Cicerone
  • Certified BJCP Beer Judge

Timeline

General Manager

Bomber Brewing
09.2013 - Current

Director of Operations

BierCraft Group Of Restaurants
05.1996 - 09.2013

Bachelor of Arts - History

Concordia University

Associate of Science - Science

John Abbott College

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