DENNIS J. DABNEY
Red Oak,Tx
Summary
Accomplished leader in project and program management with a strong track record in executing large-scale events. Skilled in resource allocation, team leadership, and stakeholder communication, driving operational efficiency and guest satisfaction through meticulous planning and strategic oversight.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager/Head Server
Qaulikare Events & Catering Specialist
Dallas, Texas
02.2016 - 03.2026
- Directed daily catering and hospitality operations, consistently maintaining luxury, 5-star service standards across weddings, corporate functions, banquets, private events, and high-volume experiences.
- Managed end-to-end event operations and client relationships, coordinating with culinary teams, vendors, and planners to ensure seamless execution from planning through completion.
- Led, trained, coached, and developed management and hourly teams, overseeing staffing, scheduling, and performance management to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Drove operational excellence through SOP development, labor and food-cost controls, and performance analysis, enhancing revenue and efficiency.
Director
Dabney Industries Consulting Firm
01.2012 - Current
- Directed productions, conferences, concerts, and community events across DFW area, overseeing projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with community needs.
- Delivered high-quality events on schedule and within budget by proactively managing resources, resolving operational challenges, and maintaining strong vendor and stakeholder relationships.
- Managed event logistics, coordinating staffing, budgeting, procurement, scheduling, vendor relations, and stakeholder communications to deliver seamless events.
- Led production crews and cross-functional teams, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and effective coordination throughout each event.
Director of Fine Arts
Disciple Central Community Church
01.2008 - Current
- Directed production and event operations for conferences, concerts, worship services, and special events, achieving seamless execution from planning through completion.
- Supervised technical and hospitality teams, leading coordination and problem-solving to create exceptional experiences for guests, clients, and event stakeholders.
- Coordinated facility setup, hospitality, volunteers, vendors, and production teams across multiple concurrent events, upholding high service and operational standards.
- Developed event schedules and operating budgets, effectively allocating resources and managing timelines to support successful and cost-efficient event execution.
Owner / Operator
The Diner at Cedar Hill
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Owned and operated a full-service, family-style restaurant for more than 10 years, overseeing all aspects of business, property, and daily operations while driving customer satisfaction and profitability.
- Managed financial and operational controls, overseeing budgeting, payroll, inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, food costs, and food-safety compliance to maintain fiscal health and operational integrity.
- Directed front-of-house and back-of-house operations, overseeing facility management, maintenance, vendor coordination, regulatory compliance, catering, and large-party events to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Recruited, trained, scheduled, and supervised staff, building high-performing teams while maintaining service standards and efficient day-to-day operations.
Account Facilitator
Regional Health Supply
01.1998 - 01.2006
- Managed hospital accounts, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals and decision-makers to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted product demonstrations and presentations, emphasizing product benefits and surpassing sales goals to drive revenue growth.
- Oversaw medical supply inventory and quality control, ensuring product availability and compliance with standards to support operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Finance
Paul Quinn College
Dallas, TXSkills
- Project management
- Project lifecycle coordination
- Event venue management
- Budget and cost control
- Scheduling and timeline planning
- Scope definition and management
- Vendor management
- Vendor relationship management
- Client relations
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Resource planning
- Risk resolution
- Quality control
- Operations management expertise
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Timeline
Operations Manager/Head Server
Qaulikare Events & Catering Specialist
02.2016 - 03.2026
Director
Dabney Industries Consulting Firm
01.2012 - Current
Director of Fine Arts
Disciple Central Community Church
01.2008 - Current
Owner / Operator
The Diner at Cedar Hill
01.2008 - 01.2020
Account Facilitator
Regional Health Supply
01.1998 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Business Finance
Paul Quinn College