DARREN BAKONDI: (775) 379-8532 5380 Allegheny St,: DBakondi@gmail.com Reno, NV 89506

OBJECTIVE Seeking a challenging position to demonstrate my proven management expertise

towards achieving a stable and progressive business.

EXPERIENCECasino Shift Manager - Bordertown Casino / RV Resort Cold Springs, NV February 2010 - Present/ Feb. 2008 – March 2009/April 2005 – May 2006 Collaborate with the General Manager and other upper management positions on

regulating all required gaming laws, as well as full overview of the entire property. Responsible for opening and closing entire property, Vault accountability, handling

employee dispute resolutions, and all areas of management. Develop and execute effective promotions management strategies - Player tracking

and hospitality as well as events planning, and games analysis.

Store Manager – Rent-A-Center Reno, NV February 2009 to January 2010 Effectively managed time in the opening and closing of Store. Built team capacity by training store employees Ensured high productivity with accountable budgeting, P&L Reports, and Multiple

computer applications. Recognized 3 Times as the Store of the Month and 1 Time of the Region.

Guest Services Supervisor - Remington Park Racing/Casino Oklahoma City, OK June 2007 to November 2007 Leveraged visionary leadership in supervising and directing over 20 employees on

work duties to ensure high performance and results. Implemented and ensured strict adherence with all established policies and

procedures accordance to company guidelines.

Quality Control Inspector – Wal-Mart DSC McCarran,NV July 2006 to March 2007

DARREN BAKONDI | (775) 379-8532

RELEVANT SKILLS

Highly skilled in needs assessment, strategic planning, establishing priorities and delegating tasks, motivating teams to reach for their best, and following through to ensure success.

Employee management and problem resolution

Excellent customer service skills Remarkable ability to maintain a

professional image at all times through appearance and interaction.

Strong problem solving skills Communication Skills (Written and

Spoken) Organizational Skills (Innovative

and Proactive) Leadership/Management skills Business Development

REFERENCESAvailable Upon Request

PROFILE STATEMENTStrategic and result oriented Leader/Manager, with a well-defined background in management of different facets of business operations, including employee, day-to-day business operations, customer relations, and stability of business. Acknowledged for innovative ideas and quick problem resolution, involving employees or the customers, with proven record of developing a qualified pipeline for efficient business and bridging a communication gap with the Executives to develop and implement business strategies. Skilled in optimizing teams dynamics, uniting diverse agendas to a common goal, and harnessing strategic and business operations to deliver optimal results.

Conducted regular inspection and control of all incoming produce as per both Wal-Mart and USDA standards.

Ensured proper documentation of all inspected produce.

Casino Cage Shift Supervisor / Casino Manager - Golden Phoenix Reno, NV February 2003 to May 2005 Saddled with the responsibilities of supervising and guiding over 12 people per shift Identified the strength of each team member and schedule duties accordingly Ensured collaborative work environment by promptly attend and resolving problems Courteously attended to customers’ issues and concerns in a timely and satisfactory

manner Appropriately applied gaming standards and 6A procedure in accordance with Nevada

State Law.

DARREN BAKONDI | (775) 379-8532

RELEVANT SKILLS

Highly skilled in needs assessment, strategic planning, establishing priorities and delegating tasks, motivating teams to reach for their best, and following through to ensure success.

Employee management and problem resolution

Excellent customer service skills Remarkable ability to maintain a

professional image at all times through appearance and interaction.

Strong problem solving skills Communication Skills (Written and

Spoken) Organizational Skills (Innovative

and Proactive) Leadership/Management skills Business Development

REFERENCESAvailable Upon Request