David Powers
Peoria,AZ
Summary
- Accomplished hospitality operations director with more than 20 years’ experience managing multi-service guest dining, restaurants and catering/banquet facilities and special events. Managed facilities including Resorts, Golf course Food & Beverage and Waterpark recreation parks. Culinary experience includes all facets up to Resort Chef. Food Director in Health care/Senior services complying with State regulations, diet requirements and compliance procedure
Highly skilled Culinary Director with a diverse background in food service management and menu development. Possess strong leadership skills, adept at team building, budgeting, and implementing innovative culinary trends in menu creation. Notably successful in enhancing guest experiences while successfully increasing revenue and reducing costs. Known for maintaining high quality standards in all areas of kitchen operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Director
Sodexo- North America
Phoenix, AZ
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Oversaw all aspects of food service operations, including culinary purchases, production, and dining room service for residents and staff.
- Ensured compliance with ADHS requirements through thorough documentation and adherence to procedures.
- Supported community resident activities and marketing services to enhance engagement and participation.
Director of Food Operations
Lancaster Village
Salem, OR
12.2007 - 12.2018
- Oversaw all aspects of food service in three independent dining rooms for 200 residents.
- Delivered approximately 218,000 plated meals annually, providing full-service dining three times daily.
- Achieved food cost targets while significantly enhancing food quality.
- Developed and presented exceptional menus for holiday and special events for residents and families.
Director of Food and Beverage
Well-Spring
Woodburn, OR
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Successfully guided opening and licensing of new operation, enhancing service delivery for 120-seat bistro and coffee annex.
- Developed comprehensive menus for bistro and banquet operations in 5,000 sq. ft. facility.
- Served as catering director and sales manager for conferences, weddings, and various events.
Director of River Ranch, Director of Hospitality, Restaurant Manager, Catering Service Manager, Catering Sales, Department Chef
Pointe Hilton Resorts
Phoenix, AZ
03.1991 - 01.2003
- Directed operations of 7.5-acre waterpark complex, including restaurants, banquet areas, and retail shops.
- Oversaw award-winning children’s activity program alongside aquatic sports and recreation facilities.
- Delivered five-star dining experiences to 584 suite resort guests in hospitality suites and banquet rooms.
- Managed food and beverage services for pool and cabana areas, ensuring high quality and efficiency.
- Achieved superior guest satisfaction ratings through dedicated service and operational excellence.
- Controlled food, labor, and operational costs to maintain budgetary compliance.
- Selected, trained, and motivated staff to uphold service excellence standards.
- Implemented strategies to enhance guest experiences across all amenities.
Skills
- Budgeting and cost control
- Event planning
- Kitchen management
- Guest interaction
- Coaching and mentoring
- Vendor relations
- ServeSafe certification
- Front of house operations
- Team building
- Customer service
Timeline
Culinary Director
Sodexo- North America
09.2020 - 01.2022
Director of Food Operations
Lancaster Village
12.2007 - 12.2018
Director of Food and Beverage
Well-Spring
01.2006 - 01.2007
Director of River Ranch, Director of Hospitality, Restaurant Manager, Catering Service Manager, Catering Sales, Department Chef
Pointe Hilton Resorts
03.1991 - 01.2003
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