Bartek Kaminski
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
Operations leader with demonstrated experience managing company assets and developing people for future growth. Strategic planner talented in seeing multiple options for improvement, operational streamlining and potential growth. Results-focused management professional prepared to excel in high-demand environments. Known for optimizing operations, enhancing customer experience, and implementing strategic initiatives. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving business needs. Proficient in operational management and strategic planning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Manager
Braum's Ice Cream & Burger Restaurant
01.2019 - Current
- Manage a $21M district of 7 stores in the DFW area, leading >350 employees providing exemplary customer experience
- Analyze KPIs and other metrics to measure success, identify opportunities, and design process improvements to achieve company objectives
- Coach managers on resolving internal conflicts and addressing customer concerns and questions, mitigating risk and ensuring satisfaction
- Monitor and coordinate appropriate staffing levels, ensuring adequate levels of support
- Maintain sufficient stock and inventory
- Demonstrate customer service principles to all team members
- Key projects & accomplishments include:
- District Top 10 in shrink, labor, growth, and upselling
- Lead successful opening of brand new store in Double Oak, Tx
- Took over ownership of a troubled location, slashing customer complaints and refunds by 50%
- Focusing on employee engagement and development, guide and mentor the management team, as well as develop and nurture successors, strengthening retention
- Project managed a successful store remodel and reopening on time and within budget
Director of Operations
Banana Café, The Café, Moondog Café & Bakery
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Owned the day-to-day operations and long-range planning of 3 successful restaurants with yearly net sales of $8.5M
- Managed and mentored 70+ employees, hiring, training, and retaining customer service and kitchen staff
- Proactively managed P&L and monthly inventories, ensuring profitability
- Developed and nurtured strong customer relationships, providing exceptional, memorable service
- Key projects & accomplishments include:
- Achieved the best net profit in 25 years
- Ideated and implemented new menu ideas that drove profitability
- Streamlined BOH and FOH schedules, controlling labor costs
- Efficiently organized servers, breaking 600 covers between 8am and 3pm
- Significantly improved quality of service
- Performed exemplary vendor management, negotiating favorable contract terms with suppliers to minimize food & beverage costs
- Within 6 months of managing Moondog's operations, the location skyrocketed to 2nd place on TripAdvisor
- Achieved monthly net sales of >$300K
- Selected 'Best New Restaurant in Key West.'
- Following Hurricane Irma, successfully reopened restaurant within 2 weeks despite limited resources
- At Moondog, designed and built a new bar, bakery, and kitchen area, including POS and CCTV
- Oversaw updates to kitchen equipment at both Banana Café and The Café, resolving all maintenance issues
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- 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.
- Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
- Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
- Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
Manager - Food & Beverage
Island House
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: Island House Resort is an award-winning resort, providing room accommodations, events, and a bar & café
- Directed all activities within the Food & Beverage department, including sales, purchasing, development, and human resources
- Collaborated with the owner and General Manager to design and execute effective marketing strategies
- Key projects & accomplishments include:
- Designed, launched, and optimized 24-hour bar and restaurant operations
- Provided new menu insights to leadership to accommodate higher customer volumes
- Participated in regional food shows, enhancing management skillset and boosting brand awareness
- Successfully attained stable annual sales increase with a minimum cost increase at 5%
- Island House Resort is an award-winning resort, providing room accommodations, events, and a bar & café
Education
Public Relations and Economic Journalism -
The Poznań University of Economics And Business
Skills
- Driving productivity
- Streamlining workflows and processes
- Operations management
- Managing time-sensitive priorities
- Goal setting and performance metrics
- Leadership skills
- Recruiting and hiring
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Training and coaching
Certification
- ServSafe Certified: Food & Beverage Manager
- TABC
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 10+ Years of Experience
- Title: Operations Leader
Timeline
District Manager
Braum's Ice Cream & Burger Restaurant
01.2019 - Current
Director of Operations
Banana Café, The Café, Moondog Café & Bakery
01.2014 - 01.2019
Manager - Food & Beverage
Island House
01.2006 - 01.2014
- ServSafe Certified: Food & Beverage Manager
- TABC
Public Relations and Economic Journalism -
The Poznań University of Economics And Business
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