Experience
2020 - 2021
GM Entertainment and Nightlife / Hotel Operations
Penn National Gaming / The M ResortLas Vegas, NV
2019 - 2020
Steakhouse General Manager
Station CasinosHenderson, NV
2018 - 2019
General Manager
Pkwy Tavern / Ritchie McNeely's The District - Fine EntertainmentHenderson, NV
2014 - 2018
Beverage Manager, F&B Manager, General Manager
Penn National Gaming / The M ResortLas Vegas, NV
2013 - 2014
Beverage Manager / F&B
Station CasinosLas Vegas, NV
2012 - 2013
General Manager
Voodoo RooftopLas Vegas, NV
2011 - 2012
Bevertainment / Beverage Manager
Rio All Suite HotelLas Vegas, NV
2011 - 2011
Assistant General Manager
Rio All Suite Hotel & Crown NightclubLas Vegas, NV
1997 - 2010
Owner/Operator
Golden Effects LLC
Education
1993 - 1997
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
University of Nevada Las VegasLas Vegas, NV
Advice from Eric Sorenson
Quotes about career path, skills, and teamwork from an industry leader.
Throughout my career, I learned to be precise.
Looking up information and working off facts and previous experience goes a long way.
When hiring, I look for motivation.
I like when people show initiative and follow up after interviews. No question is a bad question; lots of questions show that you are learning and improving.
For my job, it's important to understand P&L statements, reducing costs and increasing revenues.
Another vital skill is elevating the guest experience at every opportunity.
I'm competitive by nature, but I also find inspiration from previous training.
I set goals that are far reaching, I don’t burn out if I stay active.
We keep the team educated through constant staff training from beverage reps (from Diageo and Breakthru) - they have been the most helpful.
We also have weekly food presentations reminding staff about items served in restaurant.
We keep the team motivated and inspired by holding exciting events that we cater, from celebrities to sports teams.
We also make sure to acknowledge great reviews in our daily pre-shifts.
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