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Chad Kyle

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

With experience in utilizing strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, I am dedicated to effectively managing staff, resources, and budgets as a Sodexo leader. I have a proven track record of success in overseeing operations and am adept at streamlining processes and implementing strategies to drive efficiency and productivity. My commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment allows me to effectively lead teams towards achieving organizational goals. By leveraging my expertise in staff management and resource allocation, I am poised to make a significant impact as a leader.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Operations Manager

Sodexo
09.2023 - Current
  • Oversee daily operational activities.
  • Manage daily operations to ensure optimal food quality and customer service.
  • Ensures adherence to control procedures as outlined by Sodexo policies.
  • Mentor, develop, and retain frontline staff;
  • Develop and maintain client and customer relationships;

Executive Chef IV

Sodexo
05.2015 - 09.2024
  • Culinary Foundations Certified Instructor
  • Intergenerational Network Group(iGen) member since 2016
  • Mentor in Sodexo’s Spirit of Mentoring program

Executive Chef/Partner

BakerStreet
06.2011 - 05.2015
  • Elevated annual revenue from $2 million to $3.5 million within the span of four years.
  • Successfully removed a financial burden exceeding $400,000.
  • Reduced overall costs by 5%
  • Elevated restaurants reputation to highly respected in our market

Executive Chef/Owner

Applewood Catering
07.2009 - 06.2011
  • Organized catered functions for corporate events
  • Provided private chef for client’s individual needs
  • Designed menus to meet and exceed expectations

Sous Chef

The Oyster Bar
04.2005 - 07.2009
  • Daily menu planning and execution
  • Contributed to weekly and monthly inventory control
  • Provide staff supervision of daily duties
  • Catering and event planning

Executive Chef

Trolley Bar Steak and Seafood
09.2001 - 04.2005
  • Oversee daily operational activities.
  • Manage daily operations to ensure optimal food quality and customer service.
  • Ensures adherence to control procedures as outlined by Sodexo policies.
  • Mentor, develop, and retain frontline staff;
  • Develop and maintain client and customer relationships;

Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Compliance management
  • Staffing oversight

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Area Operations Manager

Sodexo
09.2023 - Current

Executive Chef IV

Sodexo
05.2015 - 09.2024

Executive Chef/Partner

BakerStreet
06.2011 - 05.2015

Executive Chef/Owner

Applewood Catering
07.2009 - 06.2011

Sous Chef

The Oyster Bar
04.2005 - 07.2009

Executive Chef

Trolley Bar Steak and Seafood
09.2001 - 04.2005
Chad Kyle