David Gann
Elizabethtown,KY
Summary
I am a career oriented professional who has managed restaurants for over 20 years. My business focus is guest experience, food quality, operation execution, financial performance and food safety. I strive for a great work atmosphere in the restaurant that includes everyone and provides opportunities for internal development of talent.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Bob Evans Restaurant
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and scheduling.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Managing Partner
Cheddars Scratch Kitchen
02.2011 - 06.2023
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
- Increased revenue with successful promotional strategies and reductions in costs.
- Managed restaurant scheduling, foodservice and customer service.
- Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Restaurant Manager
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
04.2008 - 02.2011
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
General Manager
Steak N Shake
03.2005 - 05.2008
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
General Manager
Papa John's Pizza
03.2002 - 12.2005
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Education
No Degree - Engineering/Business
University of Louisville
Louisville, KYHigh School Diploma -
Butler Traditional High School
Louisville, KY05.1997
Skills
- Financial Administration
- Branding
- Vendor Sourcing
- Operations Oversight
- Schedule Management
Timeline
General Manager
Bob Evans Restaurant
09.2023 - Current
Managing Partner
Cheddars Scratch Kitchen
02.2011 - 06.2023
Restaurant Manager
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
04.2008 - 02.2011
General Manager
Steak N Shake
03.2005 - 05.2008
General Manager
Papa John's Pizza
03.2002 - 12.2005
No Degree - Engineering/Business
University of Louisville
High School Diploma -
Butler Traditional High School