Stefan J. Galewski
Arcadia
Summary
Dynamic and people-focused General Manager with a proven track record of driving operational excellence, team development, and customer satisfaction in fast-paced food service environments. Adept at building high-performing teams, managing P&L, optimizing labor and inventory, and delivering top-tier guest experiences. Passionate about servant leadership, continuous improvement, and developing future leaders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Go Get Em Tiger
10.2024 - Current
- - Lead a high-volume café location with full responsibility for daily operations, scheduling, and team performance.
- - Coach and develop assistant managers, shift leads, and team members using tailored feedback and growth plans.
- - Drive top-line sales and manage costs using financial tools, labor forecasting, and goal-setting strategies.
- - Ensure hospitality, quality, and service standards are consistently met or exceeded.
- - Celebrate wins and hold the team accountable through structured coaching conversations and performance management.
Assistant Manager
Peet’s Coffee
04.2024 - 10.2024
- - Led barista training and certification programs, ensuring brand consistency and operational excellence.
- - Managed inventory and ordering to reduce waste and control costs.
- - Partnered with the Store Manager to set and achieve monthly sales and service goals.
Shift Lead
Peet’s Coffee
10.2022 - 04.2024
- - Led barista training and certification programs, ensuring brand consistency and operational excellence.
- - Managed inventory and ordering to reduce waste and control costs.
- - Partnered with the Store Manager to set and achieve monthly sales and service goals.
Business Development Representative
SourceScrub
06.2021 - 01.2022
- - Top-performing team member with highest ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) in the department.
- - Developed outreach strategies to generate qualified leads and strengthen client relationships.
- - Worked cross-functionally to ensure seamless onboarding and sales support.
Customer Advocate / Inventory Manager
Carvana LLC
06.2020 - 05.2021
- - Led customer experience efforts and resolved complex issues with empathy and efficiency.
- - Trained new team members and facilitated team-building initiatives.
- - Recognized multiple times as “Hub Hero” for outstanding contributions and leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2016
Skills
- - Operational & Financial Management
- - Leadership Development & Staff Training
- - Customer Experience Strategy
- - Inventory & Labor Management
- - Sales Goal Execution
- - Team Building & Coaching
- - Conflict Resolution
- - Hospitality Excellence
- - Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- - Promoted 5 team members to leadership roles across two café brands.
- - Consistently exceeded sales targets at Peet’s and Go Get Em Tiger.
- - Named Hub Hero four times at Carvana.
- - Highest ARR on SourceScrub’s BDR team.
- - Represented the Swedish National Team in American Football.
Timeline
General Manager
Go Get Em Tiger
10.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Peet’s Coffee
04.2024 - 10.2024
Shift Lead
Peet’s Coffee
10.2022 - 04.2024
Business Development Representative
SourceScrub
06.2021 - 01.2022
Customer Advocate / Inventory Manager
Carvana LLC
06.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
San Jose State University
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