Brandon Sumney
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at True Food Kitchen, driving year-over-year sales growth and setting weekly sales records. Expert in operations management and team building, I foster high employee satisfaction while mentoring staff to enhance performance. Skilled in problem resolution, I consistently implement effective strategies for continuous improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
True Food Kitchen
Scottsdale/Phoenix ,AZ
10.2022 - Current
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction in both the Biltmore and Scottsdale Quarter locations.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Set the weekly sales record for True Food Kitchen multiple times since December 2025 while maintaining an average review rating above 4.5 stars.
- Generated consistent YOY increase in sales at both restaurants with Q1 of 2025 being +10.6% YOY.
Assistant General Manager
True Food Kitchen
Scottsdale, AZ/ Las Vegas, NV
03.2018 - 10.2022
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance during new restaurant opening in Las Vegas.
- Oversaw bar inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
- Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency.
- Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
New Restaurant Opening Trainer
True Food Kitchen
Plano, TX / Bethesda MD/ Naples, FL/ San Diego, CA
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2013
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Team player
- Effective leader
- Training and coaching
Certification
- Certified Level 1 Sommelier, Court of Master Sommeliers Americas - July 30th, 2019
- Certified WSET Level 2, Wine and Spirit Education Trust - September 13th, 2016
Timeline
General Manager
True Food Kitchen
10.2022 - Current
Assistant General Manager
True Food Kitchen
03.2018 - 10.2022
New Restaurant Opening Trainer
True Food Kitchen
05.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Arizona State University
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