Ethan Quirk
New Castle,DE
Summary
I am results-driven leader with a passion for enlightened hospitality. My extensive culinary and sales background has provided me with a unique ability to serve my customers because I've experienced their world from various angles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Marketing Manager
The Restaurant Stores, Clark Associates
Lancaster, PA
05.2015 - 12.2025
- Led a 15-member sales team in five states with $18 million in team wide sales in 2025
- Forged new client relationships with an average of 400 new contacts per month
- Drove a 22% average increase in sales year over year
- Implemented effective new marketing strategies
- Conducted feasibility studies for new markets
- Strengthened sales team with 100% employee retention year over year
- Developed and executed company-wide sales training sessions
- Managed recruiting and fostered employee professional development
Sales Manager
The Restaurant Store, Clark Associates
Wilmington, DE
05.2015 - 09.2019
- Leveraged extensive industry experience to increase sales and foster strong client relationships
- Effectively managed the sales team, sales floor and quote system to keep our business competitive and responsive to client needs
- Conducted staff and client training sessions to help customers get the most from their purchases
Executive Chef/Client Manager
Sodexo Business Solutions
New Castle, DE
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Orchestrated a large corporate account, serving thousands of meals each week
- Adhered to exceptional standards for quality and consistency while minimizing costs
- Controlled labor, scheduling, ordering, and client services
Outlet Chef/Culinary Supervisor
Delaware Park Casino & Racetrack
Wilmington, DE
04.2012 - 11.2014
- Oversaw restaurant operations which generated $8 million in sales annually
- Coordinated with several departments to produce daily specials, menu updates, and maintain organizational alignment
- Utilized several digital reporting systems to enforce labor and cost controls
Education
Associate of Science - Business, Social Sciences
SALEM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Penns Grove, NJ12-2009
Skills
- Team Leadership and Recruiting
- Professional Development
- Sales
- Project Management
- Brand Development
- Customer Retention Strategies
- Culinary Innovation
- Budget Oversight
Websites
Certification
CFSP, ServSafe Food Protection Manager
Timeline
Field Marketing Manager
The Restaurant Stores, Clark Associates
05.2015 - 12.2025
Sales Manager
The Restaurant Store, Clark Associates
05.2015 - 09.2019
Executive Chef/Client Manager
Sodexo Business Solutions
11.2014 - 05.2015
Outlet Chef/Culinary Supervisor
Delaware Park Casino & Racetrack
04.2012 - 11.2014
Associate of Science - Business, Social Sciences
SALEM COMMUNITY COLLEGE