Amanda Kovatch
Fort Worth
Summary
Strategic Chief Operating Officer with over 10 years of leadership in hospitality, focusing on multi-unit restaurant operations and team development. Led efforts in recruiting and nurturing high-performing teams, launching new locations, and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Committed to driving operational efficiency and enhancing guest experiences to support sustainable business growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Wabi House + Piranha Group
Texas
10.2024 - Current
- Lead operations for six high-volume restaurant locations across Texas. Overseeing profitability, guest experience, staffing and operational excellence.
- Directed the development and opening of our newest location. Managing from pre-construction through grand opening including hiring, training, budgeting, vendor coordination, marketing and operational launch.
- Manage and mentor General Managers and leadership teams through coaching, performance evaluations, accountability and leadership development.
- Develop and implement company-wide operating procedures, training programs, policies and service standards to ensure consistency across all locations.
- Analyze P&Ls, labor, food costs and sales trends to improve financial performance.
- Partner with ownership to improve efficiency, strengthen company culture and support multi unit expansion.
General Manager
Wabi House
Fort Worth, TX
03.2020 - 11.2024
- Oversaw all daily restaurant operations, including staffing, scheduling. inventory and guest experience.
- Led, coached and developed high performing management team and staff.
- Managed P&L performance, labor, food costs, inventory to achieve financial goals.
- Increased sales through operational improvements, community engagement and exceptional hospitality.
- Maintained high standards for food quality, service, cleanliness and health department compliance.
- Managed all hiring processes, including interviewing, selection, onboarding and performance development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Silverado High School
Las Vegas Skills
- Multi-Unit Operations
- Strategic Leadership
- Operational Efficiency
- Operations strategy
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Strategic planning
- Culture & Team Development
- Guest Experience Excellence
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Wabi House + Piranha Group
10.2024 - Current
General Manager
Wabi House
03.2020 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Silverado High School