Valerie Gerhards

I have seventeen years experience in the hospitality industry, including over twelve years in a management role and fifteen years of L/B/W knowledge. Consistently a crucial contributor to overall business success and positive trends in all measurable areas, including menu writing, costing, recipe writing and training. Creative problem-solving and skillful decision making used to achieve operation goals in high energy, deadline driven environment. Proven ability to build, train, motivate teams to meet and consistently exceed ownership expectations. Effective vendor negotiation with commitment to generate repeat and referral business through outstanding customer service. Extensive knowledge of Missouri/Kansas state-mandated rules and regulations governing restaurant operations and liquor laws. Ability to prioritize and remain focused on issues at hand, while skillfully learning new concepts as needed in time constraints.