Jeremy Lewis
Aurora,CO
Summary
Executive leader with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and improving operational performance in multi-unit environments. Expertise in transforming underperforming teams into high achievers, consistently ranking among industry leaders. Strong focus on strategic planning and talent development to enhance client success and profitability.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Director
FLYNN ARBY’S
Denver, Colorado
05.2020 - Current
- Promoted from Multi-Unit General Manager to Area Director after successfully turning around four underperforming restaurants within one year.
- Directed operations for seven restaurants, achieving $11 million annual revenue through strategic oversight and management.
- Ranked among the Top 10 of 66 Area Directors company-wide for four consecutive years.
- Led initiatives to enhance retention and staffing, driving operational excellence and profitability across all locations.
- Built and developed a high-performing leadership team, including mentoring and training an Area Director.
- Achieved industry-leading retention and turnover metrics through strategic talent development and engagement initiatives.
- Restored staffing levels across all locations, enabling full operational hours and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed financial performance, labor controls, sales growth initiatives, and business planning across multiple locations.
Multi-Unit General Manager
NOODLES & COMPANY
Denver, Colorado
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Implemented company standards and accountability systems that elevated both locations from the bottom of company performance rankings to top-performing units.
- Increased profitability and operational consistency through KPI management and leadership development.
- Rebuilt management and hourly employee teams, enhancing culture and operational execution.
- Developed and trained 12 managers who advanced within the organization.
- Managed two underperforming restaurants during COVID-19, improving performance and resilience.
- Protected company assets by identifying and resolving significant compliance and operational risks, including preventing legal exposure and uncovering inventory fraud exceeding $14,000.
Training General Manager
JIM ‘N NICK’S BAR-B-Q
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Trained and developed 19 Managers-in-Training as Training General Manager, enhancing leadership capabilities in the market.
- Led a four-revenue-center, scratch-made restaurant operation while delivering sustained sales growth and industry-leading employee retention.
- Increased average weekly sales from $46,000 to $95,000 over four years.
- Supported staffing and leadership development for successful openings of two new Denver-area restaurants, contributing to overall market growth.
- Promoted from Assistant Manager to Maître D’, Chef, and General Manager within three years, reflecting exceptional performance and leadership capability.
- Achieved operational excellence, guest satisfaction, and team engagement through focused initiatives and consistent leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Thornton, CO05-2008
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Design
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Thornton, CO05-2006
Skills
- P&L management
- KPI analysis
- Business development
- Strategic planning
- Consultative sales
- Client management
- Talent acquisition
- Team leadership
- Training and coaching
- HR navigation and compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Community marketing
- Presentation skills
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- ServSafe Certified
- ServSafe Proctor Certified
Accomplishments
- Increased weekly sales by 106% at Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q.
- Trained and developed more than 30 managers throughout career progression.
- Ranked Top 10 out of 66 Area Directors for four consecutive years.
- Led seven locations generating $11 million annually.
- Recognized company leader in employee retention and turnover performance.
- Successfully turned around multiple underperforming business units and restored profitability.
Leadership Special Projects
- Chair, Women’s Empowerment Network
- Member, Point of Sale Transition Testing and Rollout Team
- Member, Recruiting and Hiring System Testing and Rollout Team
Timeline
Area Director
FLYNN ARBY’S
05.2020 - Current
Multi-Unit General Manager
NOODLES & COMPANY
01.2019 - 05.2020
Training General Manager
JIM ‘N NICK’S BAR-B-Q
01.2009 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Design
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE