Seble Mengistu Sacchinelli
Atlanta
Summary
Results-driven and visionary executive with over 15 years of progressive leadership in hospitality and food service. Seble (Mengistu) Sacchinelli is an award-winning leader recognized with the Best in Class Service Award and as the only certified TIPS ServSafe trainer on the platform. Proven ability to drive revenue growth, improve profitability, and transform operations across multi-unit businesses. Adept at orchestrating large-scale initiatives, optimizing P&L; performance, and cultivating high-performing teams that deliver exceptional guest experiences and sustained business results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Assignment
Taste on the Fly
08.2024 - 01.2025
- - Supported new location launches for Paradies Lagardère, assuming GM duties and leading employee relations.
- - Accelerated new-hire readiness by delivering training on payroll, scheduling, invoicing, and inventory systems.
Multi-Unit Managing Partner
Hojelj Branded Foods, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2022
- - Directed operations for multiple high-volume airport restaurants (Cat Cora’s Kitchen, Beercode, Hawks Grill & Bar), managing 75+ staff.
- - Oversaw multi-million-dollar P&L; using Northstar, Data Central, and Micros to optimize payroll, inventory, and POS systems.
- - Increased sales while reducing controllable costs through operational efficiency and team development.
- - Earned Best in Class Service Award for excellence in guest service, operations, and leadership.
- - Served as the only certified TIPS ServSafe trainer on the platform, strengthening compliance and employee readiness.
General Manager
Watershed on Peachtree
01.2012 - 01.2015
- - Opened and scaled a flagship restaurant; recruited and developed management and hourly teams.
- - Designed staff development programs that improved customer service and upselling performance.
Manager
Beluga Martini Bar
01.2000 - 01.2012
- - Directed daily operations, inventory, and event coordination.
Consultant
Joia Restaurant & Lounge
01.2000 - 01.2012
- - Advised ownership on operations, staffing, and policies.
Assistant GM
JCT Kitchen & Bar
01.2000 - 01.2012
- - Opening team leader; managed beverage costs and executed events for 600+ guests.
Bar Manager
Antica Posta
01.2000 - 01.2012
- - Oversaw bar operations, hiring, and vendor management.
Manager
Amerigo Italian Restaurant
01.2000 - 01.2012
- - Built and developed a 26-member team, driving service excellence.
Skills
- Executive Leadership: P&L; Oversight, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Stakeholder Relations
- Operational Excellence: Supply Chain Optimization, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Performance Metrics
- Financial Acumen: Budgeting & Forecasting, ROI Analysis, Capital Planning, Financial Reporting
- Business Development: Market Expansion, Brand Growth, Vendor Negotiation, New Location Rollouts
- Talent Management: Succession Planning, Coaching & Mentorship, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved improvement through effectively helping with training and development .
- Meet all deadlines and deliverable by completing all with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- - Best in Class Service Award – Hojelj Branded Foods, Inc.
- - Certified TIPS ServSafe Trainer – Only certified trainer on the platform
- - Nominated: Innovative Approach to Generating Sales – Recognized for creative strategies that increased revenue and guest engagement
Languages
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Assignment
Taste on the Fly
08.2024 - 01.2025
Multi-Unit Managing Partner
Hojelj Branded Foods, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2022
General Manager
Watershed on Peachtree
01.2012 - 01.2015
Manager
Beluga Martini Bar
01.2000 - 01.2012
Consultant
Joia Restaurant & Lounge
01.2000 - 01.2012
Assistant GM
JCT Kitchen & Bar
01.2000 - 01.2012
Bar Manager
Antica Posta
01.2000 - 01.2012
Manager
Amerigo Italian Restaurant
01.2000 - 01.2012