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Jeff Van Horne

Sabattus

Summary

Visionary Operations Executive highly experienced in high-volume, multi-unit, Food and Beverage operations. Desires a multi level position in a professional corporate environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

District Manager

Legacy FB Maine dba Wendy's
Sabattus
09.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw personnel management in district, focusing on recruitment, hiring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
  • Delivered coaching and training to store managers to enhance productivity and drive profits.
  • Executed company policies to maintain compliance and operational consistency across district.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Multi-Unit Operations Manager

Burano's Wood-Fired Pizzeria
Scarborough
01.2023 - Current
  • Planned and directed multi-unit operations to optimize productivity and profitability.
  • Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
  • Developed operational strategies that enhanced efficiency across all units.
  • Measured and reviewed performance via KPIs and metrics.
  • Managed inventory activities across each site, ensuring timely ordering of supplies.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by implementing innovative solutions to resolve issues.

Vice President of Operations

Five Iron Golf
Scarborough
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Communicated regularly with executive team members to deliver pertinent details related to progress status and direction for projects.
  • Introduced ZenPut, MarketForce & BevSpot processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented solutions that streamlined processes.
  • Help create and implement 5 Steps of Service to improve in SIM service and increase Food & Beverage sales
  • Developed and implemented National Food & Beverage Menus alongside service vessels for improved product delivery.
  • Designed visual training aids to enhance understanding of Food & Beverage recipes.
  • Answered questions from subordinate leadership on relevant operation procedures.

District Manager

Hyde Park Venture Partners dba Five Guys
Sabattus
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of 5 units, ensuring alignment with company standards
  • Selected, trained, and developed GMs and managers to meet Five Guys operating standards
  • Guided teams to meet and exceed established performance metrics.
  • Ensured compliance across all locations with ComplianceMate, ZenPut, and Steritech
  • Present PnL's to Ownership each month and write an action plan for any results below Budget

Operations Specialist

Bon Appetit Penn U
Philadelphia
07.2018 - 05.2021
  • Provided data analysis to Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions
  • Developed and implemented Systems & Processes to run great operations including Opening/Closing checklists, Plan-o-grams, Food waste tracking, line checks
  • Created and implemented a 4 day training program for new Managers & Supervisors
  • Provided support by developing and implementing training for front and back of the house
  • Collaborative of menu implementation and execution of the Food
  • Assisted Director of Retail and Chef in opening newly renovated Houston Market
  • Transitioned to Residence to assist new Director in enhancing CPM and retail sales in single outlet

Restaurant Operations Consultant

Matchbox Food Group
Washington
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Recommended process and systems improvements to enhance operational efficiency
  • Focused the Management Team on their KPI's and how to analyze them
  • Identified, hired, trained, and developed a new General Manager to strengthen leadership
  • Developed the Vp of Ops as well as his two Multi Operators
  • Achieved specific goals set by CEO within 30 days of implementation

Owner/Operator

Experimac
Sabattus
01.2016 - 11.2017

Established and operated business, delivering services and generating revenue.

  • Promoted business on social media platforms, enhancing brand identity and driving revenue.
  • Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
  • Supervised worker performance, focusing on productivity, efficiency, and cost savings.

Director Of Food Service Operations

Pilot Flying J
Knoxville
10.2013 - 12.2015
  • Led a Team of 10 Food Operations Managers who supported over 200 QSR and deli's in the Travel Centers with revenues over 300 million
  • Collaborated with Divisional Directors to optimize sales and profit across 20 states and Canada
  • Partnered with District Managers to hire, train, and develop team members into future leaders
  • Analyze KPI's and make recommendations to the Directors to achieve budgeted goals and company standards
  • Performed food safety assessments and formulated action plans for enhancement

Vice President Of Operations

Ruby Tuesday Inc
Maryville
12.1993 - 07.2013
  • Reported directly to the President and Chief Operating Officer
  • Led a Team of 5-7 Regional Partners accountable for 300+ stores in over 15 states, with revenues over 500 million
  • Established and executed a Special Ops region with the COO for highest volume, lowest EBITDA, and most challenging stores, resulting in improved KPI scores
  • Collaborated with COO and Vp's creating and implementing short term and long term objectives for our Guests, Teams & Shareholders
  • Worked with Franchise Owners to enhance KPI results and synchronize performance between Corporate and Franchise stores
  • Trained & Developed Regional bench strength for the Division and company as well as mentored struggling Franchise Operators
  • Facilitated SWOT meetings and presented strategic insights to Senior leadership

Education

Center for Creative Leadership
01-2008

Some College (No Degree) -

John Abbott College
Ste Anne De Bellevue Quebec
01-1980

High School Diploma -

Beaconsfield High School
Beaconsfield Quebec, Canada
01-1979

Skills

  • Operational strategy
  • KPI analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Process improvement
  • Training development
  • Customer relationship management

Accomplishments

PGA National Resort & Spa- Manager of the Year 1991Ruby Tuesday Inc- Director of the Year 1999 & 2000Ruby Tuesday Inc- CEO/Presidents Award 2004

Timeline

District Manager

Legacy FB Maine dba Wendy's
09.2025 - Current

Multi-Unit Operations Manager

Burano's Wood-Fired Pizzeria
01.2023 - Current

Vice President of Operations

Five Iron Golf
02.2022 - 12.2022

District Manager

Hyde Park Venture Partners dba Five Guys
05.2021 - 01.2022

Operations Specialist

Bon Appetit Penn U
07.2018 - 05.2021

Restaurant Operations Consultant

Matchbox Food Group
01.2018 - 05.2018

Owner/Operator

Experimac
01.2016 - 11.2017

Director Of Food Service Operations

Pilot Flying J
10.2013 - 12.2015

Vice President Of Operations

Ruby Tuesday Inc
12.1993 - 07.2013

Center for Creative Leadership

Some College (No Degree) -

John Abbott College

High School Diploma -

Beaconsfield High School
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