Paul J. Keating
Wilmington
Summary
Goal-oriented Professional Manager experienced in directing complex projects from concept to operational status. Delivered impactful customer service in challenging environments through strong leadership and organizational skills. Focused on collaborating effectively with staff, volunteers, and partners to achieve company objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Destin
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Oversaw all operations in a $3 million store.
Grocery Special Order Buyer/Morning Supervisor
Whole Foods
Mount Pleasant
02.2013 - 08.2016
Manager
HuBeeDs Tenders & Wings
Mount Pleasant
03.2012 - 08.2012
- Executed opening and closing procedures for kitchen operations
Bartender
Charleston Place Hotel
Charleston
10.2011 - 04.2012
Manager
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Southeast USA
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Managed all aspects of restaurant operations, strategically declined 5 partnership opportunities over 4-5 years while prioritizing successful launch of Destin location
Major Sales
Costco
Charleston
Butterfly Consignment Boutique
Charleston
Bartender
Daniel Island Club
Charleston
Bartender
LeeRoy Selmons
Bradenton
Education
B.A. - Business Administration
East Carolina University
Greenville, NCAssociate in Arts - Golf Course Management
Horry Tech Community College
Myrtle Beach, SCSkills
- Store operations management
- Inventory control
- Vendor negotiation
- Project direction
- Strategic planning
- Strategic decision maker
- Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities
- Collaborative teamwork
Community Service
- Chamber of Commerce, member, Okaloosa, FL
- YMCA, basketball referee volunteer, Alabama, Florida
Awards
- Best New Store 2005, Silver Sands Outlet Mall
- Managing Partner of the year, 2006 FL Gulf Coast region, Carrabba’s Italian Grill
- Highest wine sales in region, 2005 & 2006
- Highest comparative sales, Mobile, Al 2003 & Pensacola, Fl 2004
Timeline
Managing Partner
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
08.2016 - 12.2019
Grocery Special Order Buyer/Morning Supervisor
Whole Foods
02.2013 - 08.2016
Manager
HuBeeDs Tenders & Wings
03.2012 - 08.2012
Bartender
Charleston Place Hotel
10.2011 - 04.2012
Manager
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
01.1999 - 01.2003
Major Sales
Costco
Butterfly Consignment Boutique
Bartender
Daniel Island Club
Bartender
LeeRoy Selmons
B.A. - Business Administration
East Carolina University
Associate in Arts - Golf Course Management
Horry Tech Community College