Christopher Dubay
Caribou,ME
Summary
Dynamic District Manager with over five years of experience in the quick-service restaurant industry, recognized for leading teams and driving operational excellence. Expertise in balancing strategic decision-making with hands-on leadership to enhance efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to build strong teams and foster growth across multiple units while overseeing operations and delivering impactful results. Highly skilled in team collaboration, problem-solving, and adapting to evolving business needs, with a strong background in resource management, staff training, and performance optimization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Supervisor
Subway
02.2022 - Current
- Direct daily operations across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with brand standards, food safety, and customer service excellence.
- Lead team recruitment, training, and retention initiatives, fostering a culture of accountability and growth that reduces turnover.
- Develop and execute local marketing strategies to increase community engagement and drive sales.
- Make key strategic business decisions related to staffing, inventory, and financial performance to maximize profitability and efficiency.
Restaurant Manager
LongHorn Steakhouse
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw restaurant operations, including opening/closing procedures, staff scheduling, and daily service management.
- Supported front- and back-of-house functions by filling roles in cooking, bartending, serving, and cleaning as needed.
- Ensured compliance with brand standards and delivered high-quality guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.
Assistant Area Supervisor
Subway
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Assisted in overseeing daily operations across multiple locations, maintaining compliance with food safety, labor, and brand standards.
- Supported team recruitment, training, and retention, helping reduce turnover and build reliable staff.
- Contributed to local marketing campaigns and community engagement to boost sales and brand presence.
- Partnered with senior leadership on staffing, inventory, and financial decision-making.
Assistant Manager (Concurrent Role)
Pizza Time
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed day-to-day operations, including staffing, scheduling, and front- and back-of-house tasks.
- Played a key role in ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through hands-on service and problem resolution.
- Assisted with inventory management, ordering, and cost control to support profitability.
- Balanced responsibilities alongside role at Subway, demonstrating strong multitasking and leadership skills.
Education
Diploma -
Bonny Eagle High School
Standish, Maine01.2018
Skills
- Multi-unit Operations Management & QSR Leadership
- Team Recruitment, Training, Coaching & Retention
- Staff Scheduling, Labor Cost Management & Workforce Planning
- Strategic Planning, Decision-Making & Problem Solving
- Inventory Control, Ordering, & Cost Reduction
- Local Marketing, Promotions & Community Engagement
- Customer Service Excellence & Guest Satisfaction
- Sales Growth, Profitability & Performance Optimization
- Compliance with Food Safety, Health, & Brand Standards
- Financial Management & Basic Bookkeeping
Certification
- ServSafe Certified
- ServSafe Proctor Certified
- Basic Bookkeeping Certification
- Assets in Accounting Certification
- Liabilities & Equity in Accounting Certification
- Additional Bookkeeping Certifications (in progress)
Timeline
Area Supervisor
Subway
02.2022 - Current
Restaurant Manager
LongHorn Steakhouse
11.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant Area Supervisor
Subway
09.2019 - 11.2021
Assistant Manager (Concurrent Role)
Pizza Time
08.2018 - 08.2021
Diploma -
Bonny Eagle High School