George Floridis
Adelaide,South Australia
Summary
I am seeking a full-time position that presents stimulating challenges allowing me to apply my business and life skills. Bringing 30 years of business and management experience, I am a self-motivated professional with a track record in administrative and sales operations. During this time, I have become experienced in coaching and financial management. Fostering an environment of growth and support, I excel in training, motivating, and supporting staff members which has resulted in business success. I have a strong belief that team building, leadership, and customer/client relationship skills are the core to any growth. My proficiency in independent decision-making and problem-solving has also been instrumental in achieving desired outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Store Manager
SA Chargrill Chickens
11.2002 - 05.2024
- Established strong customer relationships through communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and delegating responsibilities appropriately throughout the team.
- Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Implemented efficient systems for inventory management and order processing,
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and targeted marketing campaigns.
- Created long-term sustainability of the business through financial management practices such as cash flow optimization and cost control.
Production Manager
Alltrends Furniture
03.1998 - 11.2002
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Increased overall productivity in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- New product development and costing.
- Invoicing and logistics
Franchise Owner/Manager
Pizza Haven
10.1994 - 02.1998
- Managed daily cash flow effectively - deposits, expenditures, account reconciliations.
- Managed labor, inventory and overhead costs to maintain business profitability.
- Recruited and trained high-quality staff, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Oversaw payroll, business planning and marketing for franchise operations.
- Spearheaded local charitable initiatives on behalf of the franchise brand, enhancing public perception and goodwill within the community.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers via in-store connections and strong social media presence.
- Developed comprehensive, well-organized financial records to maintain accuracy and facilitate efficient business management.
- Trained, motivated and empowered employees to perform daily business functions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enfield High
Enfield, SA11.1984
Skills
- Driven and Determined
- Customer Relations
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Business Development
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Issue Resolution
- Business and Operations Management
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Business Owner/Store Manager
SA Chargrill Chickens
11.2002 - 05.2024
Production Manager
Alltrends Furniture
03.1998 - 11.2002
Franchise Owner/Manager
Pizza Haven
10.1994 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
Enfield High
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