Steve Lynn

Data Analyst with a strong foundation in Business Intelligence and data storytelling, with a background in operations management and entrepreneurship. Equipped with hands-on expertise in SQL, Python, and Tableau to transform complex datasets into actionable business strategies. Adept at optimizing processes, identifying market trends, and translating technical insights into clear narratives for stakeholders. Recently completed advanced Data Analytics training via MSIT.

Wellness & Reassessment at Career break (2024-11 – 2025-11)

Took intentional time for wellness, personal development, and career reassessment before transitioning into data analytics and technical upskilling

Head Chef at Vegan United (2023-04 – 2023-11)

• Designed Excel-based inventory, ordering, and COGS tracking systems for a 10-person team, improving reporting and data-driven decisions during a restaurant launch.
• Analyzed sales and customer-spending KPIs to support business growth from launch to €19,000 average weekly revenue with a €32 average customer spend.
• Recruited and trained a 10-person dual-concept team, implementing standardized workflows that significantly improved operational efficiency and consistency.

Presenter at Veccoco (2021-09 – 2023-06)

• Researched food trends across video/streaming platforms for Veecoco, contributing to digital content that engaged 100K+ YouTube viewers and ~500K subscribers.
• Developed step-by-step recipe video content for commercial distribution, maintaining high performance under tight, 16-hour daily filming schedules.
• Developed structured, process-driven instructional content for large digital audiences with a strict focus on accuracy and detail.

Owner at VeggieVillage (2017-06 – 2025-01)

• Founded and scaled Veggie Village to €15K monthly revenue by analyzing audience trends, engagement data, and market opportunities across international demographics.
• Tracked revenue, expenses, conversion rates, and funnel performance to drive decisions, with sponsorships generating ~60% of total revenue.
• Analyzed social media engagement and content performance data to optimize digital strategy, contributing to high-performing content with reach approaching 1 million views.

Food and Beverage Manager at Backeddy Resort (2008-02 – 2012-11)

• Directed F&B and guest operations for a remote resort; managed budgeting, vendor relations, and labor costs to optimize overall performance.
• Increased weekly F&B sales by 67% ($6K to $10K) through menu performance analysis, sales tracking, inventory optimization, and waste reduction.
• Developed Excel-based inventory and forecasting models to track COGS, waste, and labor, delivering monthly data-driven insights to leadership.

Training Program in Data Analytics – Masterschool (2025-11 – 2026-07)

Apprenticeship in Culinary Arts – SAIT (1998-09 – 2000-06)