Cameron Bush
Summary
Results-oriented leader with over 30 years in hospitality and restaurant operations. Expertise in driving multimillion-dollar revenue growth and enhancing team performance through effective systems implementation. Strong background in staff training, performance evaluation, and financial reporting, with a proven track record of meeting P&L targets.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Goodwin Recruiting
08.2025 - Current
- Sourced, screened, and interviewed candidates through targeted strategies, improving candidate quality.
- Partner with hiring managers to define staffing needs and deliver recruitment solutions.
- Created job postings and recruitment campaigns to attract top talent, increasing applicant pool.
- Led full-cycle recruiting for hospitality and management roles, enhancing talent acquisition across multiple regions.
- Track and analyze KPIs to enhance hiring efficiency.
General Manager
Rib Crib
Tulsa, OK
04.2024 - 10.2025
- - Directed operations for company's top-performing catering location, increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- - Achieved annual sales volume of $2.8 million, with 30% from catering.
- - Enhanced service culture through coaching and mentorship, resulting in improved employee engagement.
- - Conducted financial analyses to boost profitability.
- - Optimized inventory management practices to enhance resource allocation., optimizing resource allocation.
- - Led staff hiring, training, and professional development programs, fostering a skilled and motivated team.
General Manager
Twin Peaks
Kansas City, MO
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Launched a new store (08/22) generating $7.8M in first-year sales.
- Oversaw FOH/BOH operations, ensuring compliance with brand standards to maintain quality and service.
- Analyzed financial performance to pinpoint cost control opportunities and drive improvements.
- Executed local store marketing campaigns, enhancing customer engagement and driving sales growth.
- Maintained top-tier food safety and quality scores. (Ecosure)
General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
Kansas City, MO
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Achieved $5.5M in annual sales, representing 22% growth.
- Managed financial, HR, and payroll functions, driving operational efficiency across departments.
- Enhanced cost controls and guest satisfaction metrics, resulting in improved performance benchmarks.
- Achieved membership in Regional Excellence Club through outstanding performance in first three quarters of 2021.
General Manager
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom
Rogers, AR
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Led daily operations and management teams, resulting in improved productivity and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw financial, HR, and cost control functions, ensuring operational integrity across all departments.
- Streamlined compliance, quality, and kitchen execution processes, achieving optimal performance standards.
- Achieved annual sales volume of $3.6M through strategic management of operations.
General Manager
Cinemark USA, Inc.
, Multiple States
11.1994 - 05.2017
- Oversaw high-volume theater operations across four states, managing up to 1.5M attendees annually.
- Led large teams (200+employees) in enforcing corporate policies and ensuring compliance, while maintaining best-in-class service
- Managed labor resources to enhance operational efficiency across theater operations.
- Streamlined budgeting and forecasting processes, improving financial accuracy for theater operations.
- Recognized as a member of President’s Gold Club for four consecutive years (2012, 2013, 2014, 2016) for outstanding performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
The University of Texas
Arlington, TexasAssociate of Arts - Psychology
Ashworth College
Norcross, GASkills
- Team leadership and development
- Candidate sourcing
- Operational strategy
- Inventory and cost control
- Compliance and quality assurance
- Financial analysis and budgeting
- Customer experience management
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic planning
- Performance optimization
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- ServSafe Food Manager
- ServSafe Alcohol
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Goodwin Recruiting
08.2025 - Current
General Manager
Rib Crib
04.2024 - 10.2025
General Manager
Twin Peaks
11.2021 - 03.2024
General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2019 - 11.2021
General Manager
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom
07.2017 - 08.2019
General Manager
Cinemark USA, Inc.
11.1994 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
The University of Texas
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Ashworth College