Mike Sheridan

Experience

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  Oskar's Restaurant & Lounge

  Jan 1999 - Oct 2001

  Bar Manager/ Assistant G.M.

  Modern American restaurant & Lounge in Boston's historic Leather district. Oskar's was my first management position and with the help of our Chef/ general manager we transitioned from a late night bar scene to a more focused dining environment and a fantastic corporate lunch crowd. We were able to cultivate a very loyal clientelle in a very challenging space with very limited resorces.

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  Ironside Grill

  Jan 2002 - May 2005

  General Manager

  I led the Ironside through a complete organizational transformation from dingy neighborhood dive, to a respectable neighborhood bistro*Created website*Changed over entire FOH/ BOH staff*Helped to change atmosphere/ clientele*Implemented a grass roots advertising campaign resulting in significant sales increases*Completely renovated the interior. Furnishings, equipment, etc.*Installed modern POS systems

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  Croma Restaurant

  May 2005 - Dec 2008

  General Manager

  Upon taking over Croma from the previous management team we were able to stabalize our finances and implement better quality control practices. We also implemented a complete kitchen remodel which allowed for greater flexibility with our menu. We successfully maintained one of the city's largest wines by the glass program (120 at its peak) incorporating the use of multiple Le Verre de Vin systems.

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  The Brotherhood of Thieves/ Signet Restaurant Group

  Feb 2008 - Oct 2008

  General Manager

  *All Front Of House Operations including:*Menu Implementation*All Financial Reporting*Receiving*FOH training and staffing

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  Delaware North Companies

  Jan 2009 - Jul 2014

  Restaurant Manager/ Department Head

  During my time with DNC I have been responsible for managing the Fine/ Casual dining area established for our Premium Member Clients, Luxury Suite & Corporate Clients,in addition I am responsible for three separate catering spaces as well as all large group functions. I also manage twelve private function suites and the Jacobs' family private dining room.While with DNC we have seen measurable growth with each passing season continuously exceeding expectations. We also achieved the acquisition of several new accounts based upon their experiences while dining in Banners. Show less

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  Wink And Nod Craft Cocktail Bar

  Jul 2014 - Oct 2015

  General Manager

  One of Boston's premiere cocktail bars running Boston's only incubator Chef program, in which young Chefs are given the opportunity to run their business within Wink & Nod's kitchen on a six month contract basis. Winner of "Best of Boston 2015" for best neighborhood bar for Boston's historic South End, also achieving "best of" recognition from The Boston Globe, Eater Boston, Thrillist, and Zagat. While there I was responsible for all aspects of restaurant operation guiding the restaurant through three different successful restaurant concepts. Each one eventually going on to open their own brick and mortar locations. Show less

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  Chelsea Station Restaurant Bar & Lounge

  Nov 2015 - now

  Managing Partner

  Modern American Restaurant serving lunch & dinner seven days a week, Brunch on Saturday & Sunday. Specializing in unique dishes utilizing fresh local ingredients. A modern craft cocktail program, varied selection of fine wine, as well as local and national craft beer.