- Backpacking and Hiking
- Road Trips
- Video Gaming
- Cooking
- Avid Reader
- Horseback Riding
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- DIY and Home Improvement
David Maree
Cabot
Summary
Experienced Food Service General Manager with a proven track record of leading high‑volume hospitality and retail operations. Skilled in team development, customer service excellence, financial oversight, and maintaining strict compliance with safety and quality standards. Known for building strong relationships, improving operational performance, and creating positive, high‑morale work environments.
Overview
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Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager of Food Service
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.
Searcy, AR
07.2022 - 08.2026
- Lead all staffing functions including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, payroll, coaching, and performance reviews.
- Build a positive, productive team culture that encourages creativity, accountability, and morale.
- Oversee daily restaurant operations including menu planning, inventory control, and cost management.
- Ensure equipment functionality, workplace safety, and compliance with health regulations.
General Manager
Love's Travel Stops
Decatur, IL and Little Rock, AR
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Developed and maintained strong vendor and supplier relationships.
- Monitored store performance and implemented improvements based on customer feedback.
- Managed profit goals, controlled costs, and ensured operational efficiency.
Operations Manager
Love's Travel Stops
Hazen, AR
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Maintained accurate inventory levels and coordinated deliveries to ensure product availability.
- Supported operational reliability through effective stock management and vendor coordination.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
West Helena, ARSkills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Scheduling & Labor Management
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Vendor & Supplier Relations
- Safety & Health Code Compliance
- Facility & Equipment Maintenance
- Organizational & Time Management
Certification
ServSafe Certified
Interests
Timeline
General Manager
Love's Travel Stops
07.2025 - 05.2026
General Manager of Food Service
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.
07.2022 - 08.2026
Operations Manager
Love's Travel Stops
07.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Central High School