Bradley Forrest
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Food Safety & Operations Leader with a proven track record of driving compliance, operational performance, and team development across high-volume, multi-unit environments. Brings a strategic approach to food safety, risk mitigation, and process improvement, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Committed to building strong teams, elevating standards, and aligning operational execution with business objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Safety & Brand Standards Auditor
EcoSure (Ecolab Division)
Jacksonville, USA
03.2020 - Current
- Lead comprehensive food safety, brand standards, and workplace safety audits across diverse client operations
- Provide strategic guidance to operators and executive stakeholders to strengthen compliance and reduce risk
- Interpret and apply regulatory frameworks including FDA Food Code and HACCP principles
- Drive consistency through coaching, education, and accountability across multi-unit operations
- Influence measurable improvements in food safety performance and audit outcomes
- Serve as a trusted advisor supporting long-term operational excellence initiatives
Assistant General Manager
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Jacksonville, USA
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Directed daily operations of a high-volume fine dining restaurant generating $8M+ in annual revenue
- Built and developed high-performing teams through structured hiring, training, and leadership development
- Managed financial performance including labor optimization, food cost control, and revenue initiatives
- Championed food safety, sanitation, and brand compliance standards
- Drove operational consistency and elevated guest experience
- Recognized as Employee of the Year for leadership and performance excellence
Pubkeep
J. Alexander's Restaurant
Jacksonville, USA
10.2014 - 07.2016
- Oversaw bar operations including inventory management, financial accountability, and team performance
- Trained and developed team members on service standards and operational procedures
- Maintained accurate reporting systems and ensured operational discipline
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, USA01.2014
Skills
- Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance (FDA, HACCP, GMPs)
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Audit reporting
- Decision-making
- Leadership & Team Development
- Audit & Risk Assessment
- Process Improvement & Standardization
- P&L; Management & Cost Control
- Training, Coaching & Development
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Micros
- Audit Platforms
Certification
- Certified Professional in Food Safety (CPFS) — NEHA
- HACCP Certification — International HACCP Alliance
- ServSafe Instructor — National Restaurant Association
- ServSafe Proctor — National Restaurant Association
- ServSafe Manager — National Restaurant Association
Timeline
Food Safety & Brand Standards Auditor
EcoSure (Ecolab Division)
03.2020 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Ruth's Chris Steak House
07.2016 - 03.2020
Pubkeep
J. Alexander's Restaurant
10.2014 - 07.2016
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Florida State College at Jacksonville