James Weber

Experience

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  Pizza Hut

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2009

  R.G.M and Region Training Manager

  My responsibilities are the following while performing as Restaurant General Manager, Region Shift/Training Manager: To simplify overall company operations, I managed cash flow, payroll, labor scheduling, and new hire training, customer service, inventory, product handling, and product management from start to finish. Experior/Serv-Safe qualified me as a competent food manager. ✪ My key successes during this role were ✪ ➤ Directed human resources tasks such as recruiting, training, and onboarding of 50+ workers to manage all product line activities, with an emphasis on ensuring all hiring methods are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.➤ Increased sales volume while lowering costs by adhering to labor matrices, flow-through models, and making good use of previous and present models.➤Commissioning and decommissioned of assets.➤ More business was generated by designing and executing successful sales and marketing strategies. Show less

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  Vyrose LLC

  Oct 2000 - Aug 2012

  Carolina’s Regional Manager/ Executive Board Member

  While acting as Job Role for Vyrose LLC , my day-to-day responsibilities are the following Organized new franchises across the southeast, with an emphasis on offering safety and staff procedures training to new employees, assistant General Managers, and all staff members, as well as BSA training. Identified, monitored, and implemented new marketing concepts, as well as completed all relevant tasks within cost-effective and financial limits. Managed spending and cash flow accounting, as well as bookkeeping duties. ✪ My major contributions include ✪ ➤ Through marketing and product development activities, increased new customer base up to 600% of initial customer base; created and sustained a new franchise in both NC and SC.➤ Full weekend events and elaborate event calendars were planned and implemented, with a focus on shopping, storing, cooking, and serving. Show less

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  Roth Brewing Company

  Apr 2009 - May 2013

  Director of Operations & Head Brewer

  I served as Director of Operations and Head Brewer and was accountable for: Spearheading the ordering of materials for the brewery, taproom, and sales activities. QuickBooks was used to track and manage A/R and A/P as well as the company's revenue stream. Developed and implemented SOPs and executed expansion plans to streamline whole brew house operations, including production, cellar, and taproom. Used strong analytical skills to calculate and file TTB forms for quarterly and monthly state taxes. Compliance with federal, state, and local laws was ensured. ✪ Some of my key accomplishments associated with this job role include ✪ ➤ Through customer-oriented events and advertising activities on social media channels, I raised taproom income by 30% and customers by thrice.➤ By applying efficient account management practices, we were able to reduce short-term debt by 68 percent.➤ Promoted the company's four items throughout the area, which resulted in individual popularity awards. Show less

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  Big Boss Brewing Company

  May 2013 - Apr 2014

  Assistant Brewer

  For Big Boss Brewing Company LLC, I performed as Assistant Brewer and Bottling Line Technician, and my responsibilities include: To satisfy the time needs of clients, I administered and supervised overall brew house tasks related to clearing and general production. To simplify brewing processes, I am directly engaged in inventory/fermentation management, CIP and sanitation, bottling, packing, shipping, and receiving supplies. Monitored the retrofitting, rebuilding, and maintenance of all in-house equipment to ensure optimal output efficiency. ✪ My key successes during this role were ✪ ➤ In close coordination with the master electrician, I increased capacity by 50% and enhanced the efficiency of operational procedures required throughout the brewing process.➤ Built and implemented cordial ties with worldwide and regionally known brewers in order to learn more about larger-scale brewing procedures using the most recent technology.➤ To attract more consumers and make more profit, I scheduled frequent excursions for clients and public events. Show less

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  Prudential Realty Company

  Jul 2014 - Jun 2021

  Regional Property Manager & commercial and residential sales/leasing

  My responsibilities were the following: To attract additional clients, I oversaw all marketing and leasing initiatives for unoccupied premises. Maintained excellent cost-control and predicted project budget with an emphasis on cost reduction and completion within owners' time restrictions. Oversaw all aspects of multimillion-dollar commercial and multi-unit residential buildings around the Pittsburgh area. Liaison with local authorities and inspection firms to verify that all property work complied with local construction regulations and safety rules. Along with section 8 and HUD inspections and compliance. ✪ My key successes during this role were ✪ ➤ Created win-win proposals to negotiate and close agreements with suppliers and contractors.➤ Participated in several training sessions and seminars given by the Realtors Association of Pittsburgh to have a thorough grasp of local real estate rules and regulations.➤ Ensured timely, regular maintenance across all property locations and assessed large capital projects. Show less

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  Truss Brewing Company

  Jun 2021 - May 2022

  Head Brewer / Brewing Operations Manger

  My responsibilities were the following while performing as Head Brewer/ Brewing Operations: To maintain a great level of service for consumers, I managed end-to-end brewing operations, including recipe formulation, fermentation control, production scheduling, brewing, and sanitation. All stages of the manufacturing process were monitored, from raw material procurement and processing through bottling and shipping of completed goods. Ensured excellent budget control for beer manufacturing runs. Ordered all necessary materials for brewing operations. In-house processes for inventory management, brewing recipe creation, and essential documentation were planned and implemented. ✪ The following are my renowned contributions ✪ ➤ Increased outside beer sales by 60% while expanding over-the-counter beverage sales to more than 30% of total company revenues; voted Best in Pittsburgh for Pizza and Beer 2021 and 2022 by Trib Live.➤ By developing and executing SOP for controlling brewing processes, we were able to reduce turnaround time by 3-4 full days.➤ Within 30 days, I developed and marketed four flagship goods that were constantly top-rated on social review sites and maintained 4.7/5 stars on Google reviews company ratings.➤ Reduced manufacturing time and cost by improving system and process designs. Show less

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  HomeRiver Group

  May 2022 - now

  As a Local Market Liaison for Homeriver Group Culture Crew I work with local market leaders/RVP‘s on communication and collection of information that helps drive the company’s cultural initiatives. While also helping contribute to monthly newsletters by creating articles, working within sub groups and the greater team to develop content for employee engagement that directly impacts the culture of the company along with providing uplifting/ interactive engagement with employees nationwide. Current initiative includes development of local, regional and nationwide volunteer programs Show less Management of 180 residential SFR and multi unit portfolios across the greater Pittsburgh region. Overseeing all levels of project management from meeting with institutional operators, vendors and contractors to negotiate contracts and proposals for both routine maintenance but also major capital improvements. Ensuring all properties are in compliance with local building and safety codes by working with local officials and inspection companies. Budgeting of any projects, labor and reoccurring operational expenses within the scope of the owner’s and companies parameters. Interfacing with both owners and tenants to be the first line of communication to address their needs. Through Realtors association of Pittsburgh, continuing education/ training to stay in compliance with local real estate laws but also to enrich knowledge to continue growth in the real estate and development field. Liaison between owners, institutional investors and tenants. Extensive training and use of Propertyware and Property MELD. Section 8/ HUD inspection and compliance. Licensed Pennsylvania Real Estate Agent # RS346721 Show less

  • Local Market Liaison

    Jul 2023 - now

  • Property Manager II

    May 2022 - now