Bartley Carlson
Mahomet,IL
Summary
Diligent Restaurant owner with over 29 years of experience maintaining seamless business operations. Smoothly administers budgets, trains staff and monitors procedures to maximize efficiency and balance objectives with operational requirements. Exceptional skills in inventory management, loss prevention and vendor negotiation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Food and Beverage
Urbana Country Club
Urbana, IL
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Evaluated existing food and beverage programs to identify areas of improvement and implement changes.
- Spearheaded all food and beverage operations for a high-end country club, ensuring a seamless, luxury dining experience for members and guests.
- Led and managed a team, including chefs, servers, and banquet coordinators, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Supervised menu development and event execution to guarantee high-quality service at corporate and social gatherings.
Owner/Managing Partner
Texas Roadhouse
Kenosha, WI
12.2005 - 12.2022
- Oversee all food & beverage operations, ensuring seamless business management and exceptional service standards.
- Recruit, hire, and develop top-tier managers and staff, fostering a culture of excellence and hospitality.
- Strategically develop and manage budgets, optimizing cost control and profitability.
- Uphold and enhance legendary food and service quality, exceeding member and guest expectations.
- Drive marketing initiatives and cultivate community partnerships, elevating brand presence and engagement.
- Approve and optimize staff scheduling, ensuring efficient operations and service coverage.
Service Manager/Kitchen Manager
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Cedar Rapids, IA
12.1998 - 12.2005
- Oversee all dining room and kitchen operations
- Hire, schedule, and train all employees
- All liquor, beer, and product ordering
- Weekly inventory accounting
Education
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering
Hamilton Technical College
Davenport, IA02.2002
Skills
- Customer Service
- Strong Sales Techniques
- Budget and Cost Control
- Employee Development
- Experienced with Microsoft and iOS Tools
- Community Involvement
References
- TIM HAJEWSKI, Safety and Training Administrator at Skydive Milwaukee, East Troy WI (414) 350-3715 - timhajewski@sbcglobal.net - Supervisor
- BRIAN KRANTZ, Certified Home Inspector, Moline, IL (309) 558-8973 - bkrantz.insighthi@gmail.com- Friend
- JASON ZBLESKI, Managing Partner, Texas Roadhouse (262) 365-3568 - Jason.Zbleski@texasroadhouse.com - Associate
Accomplishments
- 2020 Pivot and Perseverance Award (Top 25 in the company)
- 10 KA (Kick Ass) awards for 10 years of positive sales and profit growth
- Market All-Star Award 2014
- WI Managing Partner of the Year 2014
Timeline
Director of Food and Beverage
Urbana Country Club
02.2024 - 03.2025
Owner/Managing Partner
Texas Roadhouse
12.2005 - 12.2022
Service Manager/Kitchen Manager
Applebee's Grill + Bar
12.1998 - 12.2005
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering
Hamilton Technical College
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