Ryan Garcia
Tallahassee
Summary
Results-driven hospitality and operations leader with proven success in increasing sales, improving profitability, reducing costs, and building high-performing teams. Experienced in P&L management, labor forecasting, cost control, catering sales growth, and operational efficiency. Skilled at developing strong relationships with guests, universities, and business partners to drive revenue and long-term growth. Recognized for creating efficient, accountable work environments with low turnover, strong team development, and consistent operational performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
Tallahassee, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Directed sales forecasting and labor scheduling to consistently maintain labor costs within budgeted targets.
- Analyzed P&L statements to identify cost-reduction opportunities, improving operational profitability and sustaining profitability every year following the restaurant’s opening year.
- Drove catering sales growth by developing strategic partnerships with universities and pharmaceutical representatives, achieving consistent year-over-year revenue increases.
- Managed food, beverage, and controllable expenses to ensure consistent budget compliance and strong operational performance month after month.
- Oversaw sanitation, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance standards, achieving successful Bright Green health inspection results in 11 out of 12 months.
- Led recruitment, training, and team development initiatives, fostering a high-performing, low-turnover culture while promoting internal advancement from hourly to salaried roles and maintaining labor costs within company benchmarks.
- Attached supporting documentation including Food & Beverage Cost reports, Labor Cost reports, and Bright Green inspection scores.
Senior Manager
Teds Montana Grill
Tallahassee, FL
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Led operational strategies to enhance guest satisfaction and streamline service delivery.
- Oversaw team performance, providing mentorship and training to improve staff efficiency.
- Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive workplace culture and reducing turnover rates.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
General Manager
Rev Cafe
Monticello, FL
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Developed and executed creative daily specials that enhanced guest experience, increased repeat business, and contributed to overall revenue growth.
- Increased total sales by 20% through strategic operational improvements, targeted promotions, menu optimization, and elevated customer service standards.
- Designed and implemented standardized operating procedures to improve efficiency, reduce waste, control costs, and strengthen overall restaurant performance.
- Transformed a locally owned restaurant into a more structured and financially efficient operation by improving workflows, accountability, and day-to-day execution.
- Collaborated closely with ownership to support business growth initiatives and long-term operational sustainability prior to the eventual sale and closure of the restaurant.
Education
No Degree - Biology
Key West Community College
Key West, FLSkills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Effective leader
- Training and coaching
- Staff management
- Customer relations
- Training and development
- Relationship building
- Staff training
Certification
Serve Safe Certified
Timeline
General Manager
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
08.2023 - Current
Senior Manager
Teds Montana Grill
06.2021 - 07.2023
General Manager
Rev Cafe
09.2018 - 05.2021
No Degree - Biology
Key West Community College