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Overview
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Certification
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Curtis E. Beat

Goodyear,USA

Summary

Knowledgeable Vice President of Operations with solid background in overseeing regional operations. Proven ability to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive operational success across multiple locations. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and team leadership to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Vice President of Operations

JRI Hospitality dba Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
05.2021 - Current
  • Directly oversee 5 Director of Operations, 27 Restaurant Operating Partners, and 700 team members, that operate 27 locations among four states.
  • Opened six new location for JRI three years
  • Responsible for all KPI, financial, and operational, and facility improvement goals
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation within the organization.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining an impeccable food safety record throughout tenure.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership on corporate strategy development, aligning regional goals with overall vision.

Operating Partner

GSR Enterprises dba Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
02.2011 - 05.2021
  • Co-Owned and operated the first six Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, in California and Nevada.
  • Maintained an AUV of $2,000,000 a year and held highest weekly AUV of $41,000 a week, in the Freddy’s system, for 9 years in a row.
  • Set and implemented promotional strategies to drive business growth.
  • Determined appropriate financial goals and administered budgets to control expenses.
  • Sourced vendors and negotiated fair contracts to keep costs low.
  • Increased operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative strategies.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent delivery of products or services.
  • Evaluated risk factors within the organization''s operations developing contingency plans for unforeseen circumstances.


General Manager

Ledeki Restaurant Group - Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza
03.2008 - 02.2011
  • Received quarterly award, “General Manager of the Quarter”, quicker than any GM of the company.
  • Maintained 70% of opening team, promoted one General Manager, one Manager, and four Supervisors.
  • Training facility for regional managers and staff promoted to international franchises.

General Manager and Assistant General Manager

Red Robin International
09.2005 - 03.2008
  • CDT Manager – Led Team Leader Focus Group two times and 2 CDT’s ready for Train-the-Trainer.
  • Local Restaurant Marketing Manager – Promoting business by networking in the local market outreaching through schools and businesses
  • Beverage Manager – Sustaining beverage sales with the company’s cost variance.

Front of House Manager and Retail Manager

Landry’s Corporation - Joe’s Crab Shack
09.2004 - 09.2005
  • Retail Manager – Control and direct retail sales center. Grew retail sales 6% over 8 months.
  • Serve to exceed guest satisfaction through proper training and development.
  • Meet budget guidelines for labor and product.

Assistant General Manager

Timberline Steakhouse and Grill
10.2003 - 09.2004
  • Experience in restaurant budget and control with a strong command of daily operations.
  • Accountable for meeting and exceeding company standards and goals.
  • Exemplify personal leadership and hard work to all employees.

Kitchen Supervisor

C. Bass Bar and Grill
06.2000 - 01.2001
  • Supervised a team of 40 that established quality and staging of food production.
  • Reported to Kitchen Manager with tasks for schedules, running shifts, and food pars and prep.
  • Required to meet daily labor and food cost.

Corporate Trainer, Kitchen Supervisor, and Line Cook

Timberline Steakhouse and Grill
11.1998 - 01.2001
  • Assisted in the design and startup of the kitchen line that resulted in an increase of efficiency for production and value.
  • Successfully launched and marketed menu recipes that improved food appearance and taste.
  • Responsible for training staff, creating food pars and prep, redesigning kitchen lay-out at new restaurant chains.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management

Butler County Community College
El Dorado, KS

Business Certificate in Brewery Operations

University of Vermont

Skills

  • Workforce skill enhancement
  • Operational excellence
  • Inventory management expertise
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Financial oversight
  • Analytical performance review
  • Performance improvements
  • Business leadership
  • Facilities management

Accomplishments

    Franchise Operator of the Year in 2019 - Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.

Certification

TAM (Nevada) Serve Safe Proctor Certified

Timeline

Regional Vice President of Operations

JRI Hospitality dba Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
05.2021 - Current

Operating Partner

GSR Enterprises dba Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
02.2011 - 05.2021

General Manager

Ledeki Restaurant Group - Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza
03.2008 - 02.2011

General Manager and Assistant General Manager

Red Robin International
09.2005 - 03.2008

Front of House Manager and Retail Manager

Landry’s Corporation - Joe’s Crab Shack
09.2004 - 09.2005

Assistant General Manager

Timberline Steakhouse and Grill
10.2003 - 09.2004

Kitchen Supervisor

C. Bass Bar and Grill
06.2000 - 01.2001

Corporate Trainer, Kitchen Supervisor, and Line Cook

Timberline Steakhouse and Grill
11.1998 - 01.2001

Business Certificate in Brewery Operations

University of Vermont

Associate of Applied Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management

Butler County Community College

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