Carl Snape
Eston,Redcar and Cleveland
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in kitchen operations and stock control management, specialising in wastage reduction and GP improvement. Demonstrates proficiency in yield analysis, variance investigation, and compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, health and safety, and licensing standards. Skilled in staff training, operational leadership, multi-site auditing, and reporting. Experienced with EPOS and stock systems including Zonal, Fourth, Procure Wizard, Nifty19, and Square. Familiar with purchasing processes and committed to enhancing operational efficiency while pursuing opportunities for career advancement.
Reliable and driven professional with strong background in financial analysis and inventory management, demonstrating exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficient in Excel and auditing software, coupled with excellent communication abilities. Committed to ensuring accurate stock records and optimising supply chain operations to drive business success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Stock Auditor
Capcon
2017.03 - 2026.03
- Conduct detailed stock audits across pubs, hotels, theatres, and leisure venues
- Carry out full stock valuations and reconcile against EPOS and sales systems
- Analyse GP performance, yield, and wastage trends to identify financial risk
- Provide actionable recommendations to improve stock control and operational performance
- Complete compliance audits including food safety, hygiene, licensing, and Health & Safety checks
- Identify root causes of variance including wastage, process failure, and stock mismanagement
Deputy General Manager
Greene King Pub Company
2008.01 - 2017.01
- Managed day-to-day operations of high-volume pub environments
- Controlled stock ordering, stocktakes, and cost management
- Led and trained teams of up to 12 staff
- Ensured compliance with food safety, hygiene, and licensing standards
- Supported kitchen operations and service delivery when required
- Managed rotas, administration, and operational planning
Kitchen Team Member
Wetherspoons
2006.01 - 2008.01
Assistant Manager
Scottish & Newcastle
2003.01 - 2006.01
Kitchen Manager
Scottish & Newcastle
1999.01 - 2003.01
Education
Advanced Level Apprenticeship - Management
BTEC / NVQ - Management
Level 2 - ICT, Maths & English
NCPLH Level 2 - Personal Licence Holder
NVQ - Catering & Hospitality Level 1 & 2
GCSEs - Maths and English
Skills
- Kitchen operations & stock control management
- Wastage reduction & GP improvement
- Yield analysis & variance investigation
- HACCP, food safety & hygiene compliance
- Health & safety & licensing compliance
- Staff training & operational leadership
- Multi-site auditing & reporting
- EPOS & stock systems: Zonal, Fourth, Procure Wizard, Nifty19, Square
- Purchasing processes familiarity
Accomplishments
- Consistently identified operational inefficiencies leading to reduced wastage and improved gross profit across multiple hospitality sites
- Delivered actionable audit insights resulting in improved stock control procedures and reduced variance levels
- Supported operational teams in implementing stronger stock management practices across food and beverage departments
Affiliations
- Motorcycles, Cooking, Gym and Fitness
Timeline
Stock Auditor
Capcon
2017.03 - 2026.03
Deputy General Manager
Greene King Pub Company
2008.01 - 2017.01
Kitchen Team Member
Wetherspoons
2006.01 - 2008.01
Assistant Manager
Scottish & Newcastle
2003.01 - 2006.01
Kitchen Manager
Scottish & Newcastle
1999.01 - 2003.01