1. Christopher Haushalter
Objective: To assume a challenging position within a growing company
that has quality, service and strong values at the foundation of it's
philosophy.
Skills: Ability to adapt to a variety of environments. Strong background in
people management and supervising staff with performance reviews,
constructive criticism and resolving issues. Superior clientele relations,
exceeding expectations and building rapport in numerous conditions.
Resourceful creativity in various positions from project development to
complete client satisfaction. Fostering a lead- by -example atmosphere
through loyalty, punctuality, energy and talent. Promotes teamwork with
approachable, friendly attitude and strong communication levels.
Related Experience:
Lucky Star Restaurant, Virginia Beach
Pantry to Sous Chef: Achieved highest level of cost service in fine
dining atmosphere. Formed par levels for inventory to maximize food use
and preparation. Promoted exemplary sanitation standards in
management of prep, sauté and grill stations.
VCU/ Old World Provisions, Richmond
Broker: Wholesaled gourmet foods from New York City and
Delaware to local food service businesses. Develop relationships with
clients to meet their existing and future needs, while continuously growing
business by opening new accounts.
2002-2004- Outsource America/ Philip Morris, Richmond
Supervisor: Interacted with wide range of internal clients to meet
and exceed printing requirements for major training and marketing
initiatives. Supervised staff on and off site, conducting performance
reviews and offering counsel.Played an integral part in the opening of the
new Phillip Morris head quarters, assisting with selection and purchase of
over $1 million of new equipment.
2004-2006- Sweet Peas, Richmond
Head Chef/Manager: Quickly assumed an indispensable position
within the business by implementing tighter control of labor and inventory
for maximum efficiency. Oversee food production and operations for
store front cafe, off-site cafe and catering events. Cultivated specialty
menus for catering clientele. Developed good rapport with food vendors to
place orders at highest levels of cost effectiveness.

2. B.C. International, Richmond
Sales Manager: Train and develop sales staff to generate sales for the
largest retail furrier in U.S. Have done so by cultivating new clients
through marketing initiatives in store as well a surrounding metro area.
Have crafted extensive sales skills specifically relating to niche high-ticket
purchases.
Crest Food Service Equipment, Richmond
Sales Representative : Outside sales in Richmond and surrounding
markets for a full service restaurant equipment dealer . Generating new
accounts and maintain existing customer base needs by building
relationships, producing quotes, offering product knowledge and
specifications. Guiding clients through purchasing processes from initial
quotes to final installation.
2010- Present Whole Foods Market
Wine/Beer Specialty Team Member - Primary focus on sales and
customer service
Retail prepared Foods Supervisor - Supervise and manage all prepared
retail staff members assist in audits,inventory, daily operations of the
department.
Customer Service Supervisor - Maintain highest customer service
standards in satisfying and delighting guest.Cash handling, authorize
returns, team member development.
Education Virginia Commonwealth University –Attended four
years
Focus on English, Political Science & Philosophy