John Creech

Seasoned and versatile Hollywood hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience delivering exceptional guest service in high-profile restaurants, nightclubs, and industry events. Proven expert in all Front of the House operations, possessing a deep mastery of fine dining etiquette and high-volume operations developed while working alongside respected Los Angeles restaurateurs David Judakin and Will Karges. Adept at anticipating guest needs, managing high-stress environments with composure, and fostering repeat clientele in exclusive luxury venues.

Possesses unique operational insight from a former career as a General Manager and Owner, ensuring an exceptional work ethic, total reliability, and complete alignment with management's goals. As a returning citizen, I am eager to return to the floor as a dedicated Server, bringing top-tier service standards and immediate value to your team.

Co-Owner (Minority investor) at MyHouse (2009-01 – 2011-12)

• Brand Development: Defined the venue's concepts, aesthetic, and music formats to maintain a highly competitive and relevant brand in the Hollywood nightlife market.
• Door & Guest list Strategy: Established rigorous door policies and curated guest list standards to maintain the venue's exclusivity, safety, and elite atmosphere.
• High-Volume Logistics: Overseen fast-paced, high-volume Front of House operations, including VIP bottle service, multiple bars, and premium hospitality standards.
• Security Compliance: Partnered with internal security teams and local law enforcement to ensure strict crowd control, guest safety, and compliance with California ABC regulations.
• Financial Performance: Managed multi-million dollar annual budgets, analyzed P&L statements, and implemented cost controls on inventory, labor, and overhead to maximize profitability.
• Vendor Negotiations: Secured lucrative sponsorship deals and pouring rights contracts with premium liquor brands and beverage distributors.
• Staff Leadership: Recruited, trained, and mentored elite teams of management, bartenders, security personnel, and VIP hosts to uphold flawless service standards.

CO-Owner (Minority investor) at MyStudio (formerly Mood) (2004-03 – 2012-12)

• Brand Development: Defined the venue's concepts, aesthetic, and music formats to maintain a highly competitive and relevant brand in the Hollywood nightlife market.
• Door & Guest list Strategy: Established rigorous door policies and curated guest list standards to maintain the venue's exclusivity, safety, and elite atmosphere.
• High-Volume Logistics: Overseen fast-paced, high-volume Front of House operations, including VIP bottle service, multiple bars, and premium hospitality standards.
• Security Compliance: Partnered with internal security teams and local law enforcement to ensure strict crowd control, guest safety, and compliance with California ABC regulations.
• Financial Performance: Managed multi-million dollar annual budgets, analyzed P&L statements, and implemented cost controls on inventory, labor, and overhead to maximize profitability.
• Vendor Negotiations: Secured lucrative sponsorship deals and pouring rights contracts with premium liquor brands and beverage distributors.
• Staff Leadership: Recruited, trained, and mentored elite teams of management, bartenders, security personnel, and VIP hosts to uphold flawless service standards.

Managing Member / Principal at My Money Management (2009-03 – 2012-02)

• Investment Strategy: Founded and operated a boutique hospitality LLC utilized to source, evaluate, and invest capital into high-profile Los Angeles restaurants and nightclubs.
• Project Management: Oversaw the execution of venue launches, concept rebranding, and major capital improvement projects from conception to completion.
• Asset Allocation: Negotiated equity structures, managed ongoing capitalization requirements, and maintained strict fiduciary oversight of all physical and intellectual restaurant assets.

General Manager at Eldorado Cantina (2003-02 – 2004-07)

• Operations & Excellence: Directed all day-to-day Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) operations for a high-volume, premium venue, consistently maintaining the strict luxury service standards expected by Brentwood's elite clientele.
• Financial Management: Managed multi-million dollar annual budgets, driving profitability through rigorous P&L analysis, strategic labor optimization, and strict beverage/inventory cost controls.
• VIP & Client Relations: Cultivated relationships with high-net-worth individuals, celebrity guests, and neighborhood regulars to maximize VIP table bookings, private event buyouts, and repeat business.
• Staff Leadership: Recruited, trained, and mentored a team of 40+ hospitality professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, fine-dining etiquette, and seamless high-volume service.
• Compliance & Safety: Maintained absolute compliance with California ABC regulations, local Los Angeles health codes, and venue security protocols to ensure guest safety and protect the establishment's licensing.

Associate of Arts – Kent State University (1991-08 – 1993-05)