PAUL R. MARASCIA 5400 Orchard Park Court #511, Glen Allen, Virginia 23059 804-270-0928 207-807-8784 pmarascia@aol.

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DISTRICT MANAGER Versatile and seasoned professional with extensive experience in overseeing food service operations for multiple units, coupled with profound expertise in maximi zing company resources to capitalize on growth opportunities and increase profit ability. Possesses dynamic leadership talents and a hands-on management approach in directing organizations and motivating employees to achieve their full poten tial toward fulfillment of corporate goals and objectives. Equipped with an in-d epth understanding of managing differences across various cultures along with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and ensuring the ultimate cust omer service experience. CORE COMPETENCIES Business and Sales Development Cost-Effective Analysis Inventory and Cost Control Profit and Loss Accountability Profit Maximization Staff Training and Development Regulatory Compliance Team Building and Motivation

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS Operations Management Provided expert oversight in all facets of store operations to develop u nderperforming units and maximize profitability. Assumed full responsibility for the budgeting and forecasting of multipl e units in a geographical area across two states utilizing expertise in financia l and operational discipline. Strategically developed numerous internal and external marketing initiat ives, aiming to build the corporate brand, including a product demonstration on NBC, which immediately impacted sales for Genji, Inc.s Portland, Maine restaurant. Sales and Customer Service Consistently outperformed other districts sales performance, profitably man aging multi-million dollar annual revenue. Obtained customer loyalty and maintained business continuity through the training and mentoring of employees on how to maximize the customer experience. Established a track record of success in developing one of the most unde rperforming districts into one of the best in terms of sales performance. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE DISTRICT MANAGER, Genji, Inc., Philadelphia, PA 2007Present Assume prime responsibility in administering district store operations, includin g profit and loss management, inventory management, cost control, and profit max imization. Supervise nine teams of employees while overseeing all phases of the employee life cycle, from hiring the most qualified candidate to implementing di

sciplinary/termination practices. Highlights: Conducted staff training and development to provide the company with a d isciplined and productive workforce. Efficiently developed a variety of internal and external marketing initi atives in improving the companys product to accelerate business sales and revenue g rowth. Worked on additional external projects in collaboration with South Unive rsity in which a class of business students was challenged to design a South Univer sity Roll for production at Short Pump location. Nominated as Supervisor of the Year in 2009. Successfully achieved and exceeded all corporate targets from 2007 to pr esent. CHEF, Sebu, Inc., Hermosa Beach, CA 20062007 Held accountable for spearheading daily food preparation while consistently prov iding high quality customer service. Highlights: Efficiently handled inventory management and performed other supervisory duties in the absence of the owner. Ensured 100% compliance with all HAACP guidelines in food safety, prepar ation, and storage. OTHER EXPERIENCE FINANCIAL SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE, Metlife Financial Services, Hauppauge, NY 20042005 Accurately applied a consultative sales approach in identifying the most appropr iate methods to provide assistance to clients in achieving their insurance needs and financial goals. Highlight: Met the requirements to obtain NASD Series 6 and 63 licenses along with New York State Accident, Life, and Health Insurance licenses in 2004. EDUCATION Master of Business Administration, with concentrated study in General Business M anagement Texas A&M University-Commerce, Commerce, TX | Expected Graduation: May 2012 Completed coursework in Marketing Management and Applied Business Research recei ving the grade of A in both classes Currently studying Financial Management Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Management Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY | May 2003 Golden Key International Honor Society Student Justice on the Universitys Judicial Board Recipient of numerous scholarships as a result of outstanding academic performan ce Associate of Liberal Arts Nassau Community College, State University of New York (SUNY), Garden City, NY | 1999 Graduated with honors; GPA: 3.71

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING 2007 2007 Intensive Chef Certification Program, CSA, Los Angeles, CA ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

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