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Bruce Davidson

Arlington

Summary

Resourceful Director of Catering known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in event planning, client relationship management, and innovative menu development. Excel in communication, leadership, and organizational skills to ensure seamless events and client satisfaction.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Catering

Chick fil A
Carrollton
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted market research to identify trends in catering and adapted services to meet evolving client demands.
  • Prepared and led food service training programs to teach staff various tasks.
  • Coordinated with clients to understand event requirements and preferences, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Grew business through outside catering sales, executed food deliveries to perfection and devised and implemented marketing and promotional campaigns.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Planned ahead to set catering budgets and goals, evaluated success via analytics and order tracker system and tracked catering trends with focus on quality and food cost controls.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors, and venue managers, fostering a network of partners.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.

Project Manager

Charis Housing
Arlington
05.2019 - 12.2021
  • Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
  • Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
  • Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
  • Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.

VP of Sales and Business Development

Cummings For Congress
Fort Worth
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Built strong relationships with partners to drive incremental revenue growth through joint solutions.
  • Facilitated communication between internal teams regarding changes in strategy or tactics related to business development efforts.
  • Organized large scale events such as trade shows and conferences aimed at increasing brand awareness.
  • Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
  • Developed performance metrics to measure success of sales activities and optimize operations accordingly.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans, sales plans and forecasts to achieve corporate objectives for products and services.
  • Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to increase revenue and market share.

President

Safari Associates
Arlington
06.2006 - 10.2017
  • Developed and executed strategies for entering new markets and increasing market share.
  • Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews and made adjustments to align with strategic objectives.
  • Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
  • Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and other partners.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts and partnerships to expand market presence.
  • Integrated marketing and sales strategies with business development and operational leadership plans.
  • Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
  • Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.

Manager of Operations / Various Job

Six Flags
Gurnee
02.1981 - 03.2006
  • Managed team of 1500 employees, conducting performance evaluations and facilitating professional development.
  • Coordinated training sessions for new employees regarding company policies, procedures as well as job roles, responsibilities associated with their positions.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members by mediating disputes and proposing solutions that both parties could agree upon.
  • Coordinated with other department heads to align operational activities with overall company objectives.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
  • Planned delivery routing, team workflows, and promotional initiatives.
  • Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
  • Collaborated with other managers across the organization to develop strategies that support overall company objectives.
  • Oversaw financial management, budget management.

Education

Business

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX

Skills

  • Budget management
  • Menu development
  • Customer service
  • Sales strategy
  • Client relationship management
  • Operational management
  • Quality assurance
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution

Timeline

Director of Catering

Chick fil A
01.2022 - Current

Project Manager

Charis Housing
05.2019 - 12.2021

VP of Sales and Business Development

Cummings For Congress
01.2018 - 02.2019

President

Safari Associates
06.2006 - 10.2017

Manager of Operations / Various Job

Six Flags
02.1981 - 03.2006

Business

The University of Texas At Arlington

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