Jon Baaske

About Jon Baaske

Focused hospitality operations leader with over 20 years of experience in multi-unit management, procurement, and vendor relations. Proven history of enhancing operational efficiency, driving profitability, and building strong, lasting vendor relationships across corporate properties. Adept at managing complex projects, leading, and fostering a positive work environment.CORE COMPETENCIES• Leadership & Operations Management: Strong ability to oversee multi-property operations, drive profitability, and improve guest satisfaction.• Procurement & Vendor Relations: Expert in sourcing, testing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships for a portfolio of 77 hotels.• Fiscal Management & Budgeting: Proficient in budgeting, P&L analysis, forecasting, and implementing cost-saving strategies to improve bottom-line performance.• Contract Management & Negotiation: Experienced in reviewing, editing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance, and managing renewals.• Project & Renovation Management: Skilled in overseeing FF & E for property renovations, obtaining quotes, managing orders, and ensuring timely deliveries within budget.• Staff Development & Team Leadership: Experienced in coaching and mentoring teams to achieve and exceed performance goals.• Problem-Solving & Crisis Management: Able to resolve operational challenges and vendor disputes efficiently and effectively under ACHIEVEMENTS & RECOGNITION• Circle of Excellence Honoree (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018) – Recognized for exceptional regional performance, teamwork, and commitment to guest satisfaction.• General Manager of the Year – Awarded for outstanding leadership and operational improvements.• Labor Champion – Led initiatives that improved labor efficiency and cost control across multiple properties.• Regional Performance Award – Achieved exceptional performance results in multiple operational categories.VOLUNTEER WORK• Property Chair for 100-year-old church building• Master Gardener Program• Toys for Tots: Drop-off point organizer; warehouse toy sorting• The Salvation Army: Bell ringer volunteer

Experience

1. Purchasing Specialist

   The Chef\'s Garden, Inc

   Oct 2025 — Present · Huron, OH, US

Education

• The University of Toledo

  BS

Skills

• Hotel Management
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Restaurant Management
• Revenue Analysis
• Hospitality
• Hotels
• Event Planning
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service
• Management
• Team Building
• Training
• Hospitality Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Budgets
• Microsoft Excel
• Profit
• Performance Management
• Leadership
• Restaurants
• Inventory Management