Brian Fenn
Amston,CT
Summary
Accomplished restauranteur with 19 years of experience transitioned to Correctional Kitchen Supervisor. Experienced with strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership. Utilizes industry knowledge to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Track record of creating and implementing innovative strategies to enhance profitability and productivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Kitchen Supervisor
State of CT, Department of Corrections
07.2020 - Current
- Supervise 40+ inmates daily, maintain kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored inmates on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Developed efficient workflows to enhance food service delivery and minimize waste.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce shortages.
- Monitored kitchen equipment functionality, arranging repairs to prevent operational disruptions.
- Practiced de-escalation techniques to ensure a pleasurable working environment for inmates and staff.
Restaurant Owner
FennAgains LLC
10.2010 - 06.2022
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction
- Continuously surpasses yearly sales goals and balanced yearly revenues over $1 million dollars
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance
- Organized special events, including golf tournaments, town meetings and special events
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize supply chain costs.
- Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately
- Completed weekly payroll for company employees, including calculating taxes, vacation and sick time
- Set schedules for 22 staff members by planning and designating shifts and hours
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CTSkills
- 19 years of high volume restaurant management with sales exceeding $1 million dollars annually
- Held a State of CT Liquor Permit for 17 years with zero infractions
- Food preparation and safety
- Recipes and menu planning
- Staff management
- Comprehensive understanding of budgeting
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Safe food handling
- POS inventory system operation
- Strong communication skills
- Written communication
Certification
- Liquor Permit: Restaurant Liquor
- SafeServ certification: Food Handling
Timeline
Correctional Kitchen Supervisor
State of CT, Department of Corrections
07.2020 - Current
Restaurant Owner
FennAgains LLC
10.2010 - 06.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Eastern Connecticut State University
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