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Cassi Hammond

Charleston

Summary

Operations and hospitality management professional with 10+ years of experience, including 5 years in leadership roles overseeing staffing, training, and daily operations. Proven success managing teams of 40+ employees and driving profitability through strategic planning, workflow optimization, and team development. Currently pursuing a PHR certification to strengthen expertise in human resources management. Recognized for adaptable leadership, operational excellence, and a consistent record of improving performance and service standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Millers All Day
10.2023 - Current
  • Direct daily operations for a high-volume restaurant generating $350K+ in monthly revenue, managing 40+ employees across FOH, BOH, and prep departments.
  • Lead all recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training, ensuring compliance with state and federal labor laws.
  • Oversee employee relations, including scheduling, performance reviews, and conflict resolution, fostering an inclusive work culture.
    Manage $200K+ monthly inventory and vendor partnerships to control costs and optimize efficiency.
  • Conduct financial analysis, KPI tracking, and sales reporting to identify trends and implement improvement plans.

Spearhead special events and off-site activations, increasing brand awareness and revenue.

Assistant General Manager

The Glass Onion
04.2021 - 10.2023
  • Managed hiring, onboarding, scheduling, payroll, and HR procedures for 25+ employees.
  • Developed and implemented new policies and SOPs to improve efficiency and compliance.
  • Handled employee relations and conflict resolution with professionalism and discretion.
  • Supported operations generating $110K+ monthly revenue, maintaining quality and administrative precision.

Lead Server/Trainer

The Glass Onion
04.2017 - 04.2021
  • Was promoted to Assistant General Manager 04/2021
  • Monitored new server performance and offered continuous support throughout training period.
  • Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
  • Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
  • Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.

Certified Surgical Technologist

East Cooper Medical Center
10.2018 - 04.2020
  • General and Colo-rectal coordinator/head of service
  • Coordinated with team to launch the Bariatric program
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.

Education

Associates in Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Virginia College
Charleston, South Carolina
09.2018

Skills

  • Cross-functional team management
  • Recruitment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Risk management
  • Time and resource optimization
  • Policy/program development
  • Training and development

Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
  • Pursuing PHR

Timeline

General Manager

Millers All Day
10.2023 - Current

Assistant General Manager

The Glass Onion
04.2021 - 10.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

East Cooper Medical Center
10.2018 - 04.2020

Lead Server/Trainer

The Glass Onion
04.2017 - 04.2021

Associates in Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Virginia College
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