Chris Bendel

Orlando,FL

Summary

A seasoned leader in the hospitality sector, I've driven success at Miller's Ale House by enhancing team collaboration and strategic planning. My approach, blending strong decision-making with fostering employee engagement, has significantly boosted retention and operational efficiency. Expert in budget management and relationship building, I excel in creating environments that nurture professional growth and high-performing teams.

Overview

2025

years of professional experience

Work History

Director of New Restaurant Openings

Miller's Ale House

Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.

Executive Chef

Red Beards Mountain Resort and Yacht Club

Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

Director of New Restaurant Openings Facilities

Millers Ale House

10.1996 - 12.2024

Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.

Education

Associate Degree -

Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts

Pittsburgh, PA

1994

Skills

Strategic planning
Decision-making
Operations management
Staff development
Team collaboration
Team management
Employee development
Strategies and goals
Staff management
Partnerships and alliances
People management
Project management
Team building
Contract and vendor management

Problem-solving
Verbal and written communication
Analytical thinking
Change management
Relationship building
Budget control
Budget management
Organizational development
Time management
Hiring and retention
Goal setting
Client relations
Coaching and mentoring
Leadership development

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