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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer work
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Christopher Abbott

Ocala,FL

Summary

Culinary professional with over 25 years of experience seeking Culinary Arts Instructor position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills. Recognized for leadership, mentorship, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Partner

Longhorn Steakhouse
Ocala, FL
07.2003 - Current
  • Directed and engaged in all facets of operation of one of Longhorn's top performing restaurants each year.
  • Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
  • Mentored and developed employees to help them reach their full potential and goals.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Created fun team building activities to engage staff in up-selling to meet revenue targets.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
  • Analyzed and presented financial standings and cost effectiveness to other partners and investors.
  • Managed restaurant scheduling, foodservice and customer service.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
  • Inventoried entire restaurant and made food and supply orders regularly.
  • Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
  • Recipient of Darden's Oak Leaf Award for excellence in mentorship.

General Manager

Don Pablo's Mexican Restaurants
Charleston, SC
08.1997 - 07.2003
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.

Education

No Degree - Medical Technology

Clemson University
Clemson, SC

High School Diploma -

Palmetto High School
Williamston, SC
06.1993

Skills

  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Industry Best Practices
  • Hospitality Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Safety Practices
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Server Communication
  • Food Allergen Safety
  • Service Training
  • Staff Supervision and Coordination
  • Quality Control and Oversight
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Special Events and Catering

Certification

ServSafe Certified

Volunteer work

Champions for Champions, Ocala, FL

Served on the board and as a volunteer. Catered annual fundraising dinners for 100+ attendees in 2019 and 2020.


Ocala Shrine Club, Ocala, FL

Catered annual Shrine Rodeo Sponsor Dinners for 300+ attendees, 2014-2016.

Timeline

Managing Partner

Longhorn Steakhouse
07.2003 - Current

General Manager

Don Pablo's Mexican Restaurants
08.1997 - 07.2003

No Degree - Medical Technology

Clemson University

High School Diploma -

Palmetto High School

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