Adrian “Bo” Odom
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Bahama Breeze, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering team development. Expert in strategic planning and staff training, I successfully implemented employee engagement programs that significantly improved morale and reduced turnover, while driving cross-functional initiatives to achieve corporate objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations
Bahama Breeze/Darden Reataurant
07.2014 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Achieved company-wide recognition for leadership excellence, mentoring high-performing team that consistently exceeded operational goals and objectives.
- Improved team morale and reduced turnover by implementing series of employee engagement programs and personalized career development plans.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by leading workshops and training sessions on best practices and innovative operational strategies.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives across multiple locations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
General Manager of Operations
Bahama Breeze Restaurant
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Oversaw operational efficiency, implementing streamlined processes to enhance productivity.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and optimize resource allocation.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs to improve staff performance and engagement.
- Analyzed operational data, identifying trends to inform decision-making and enhance service delivery.
General Manager Red Lobster
Darden Restaurants-Red Lobster
02.2005 - 06.2012
- Led operational strategy, enhancing efficiency across all departments.
- Developed and implemented performance metrics to optimize team productivity.
- Managed cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives and drive growth.
- Streamlined processes, resulting in improved service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Divisional Training Manager
Red Lobster/Darden Restaurants
07.2006 - 01.2008
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance employee performance and compliance with corporate standards.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions, accelerating new hire integration into company culture and operational practices.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify training needs and align programs with organizational goals.
- Leveraged Learning Management Systems (LMS) to track training progress and improve knowledge retention among staff.
- Led workshops focused on leadership development, fostering skills for future management roles across divisions.
- Conducted regular training needs assessments of divisional employees, ensuring that all staff received timely access to necessary resources for professional growth.
- Supported talent acquisition efforts through partnerships with human resources, aligning new hire expectations with available internal resources for growth and development opportunities.
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation in training activities to ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance when needed.
Education
No Degree - Political Science/Pre Law
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, FLAssociate of Arts - AA
St John’s River State College
Palatka,Fl06.1992
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Operations oversight
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership training
- Staff training/development
Accomplishments
Darden Diamond club (top 1%) 2006
Red Lobster Presidents Award Peak Performance 2006
Darden Diamond club (top1%) 2014
Director of the year Darden (Top 1%) 2019
Top performing Director Bahama Breeze 2020
Top Performing Director Bahama Breeze 2021
Director of the year Darden (Top 1%) 2024
Top Performing Director Bahama Breeze 2025
Certification
sommelier First course completion
Timeline
Director of Operations
Bahama Breeze/Darden Reataurant
07.2014 - Current
General Manager of Operations
Bahama Breeze Restaurant
06.2012 - 07.2014
Divisional Training Manager
Red Lobster/Darden Restaurants
07.2006 - 01.2008
General Manager Red Lobster
Darden Restaurants-Red Lobster
02.2005 - 06.2012
No Degree - Political Science/Pre Law
University of North Florida
Associate of Arts - AA
St John’s River State College