Jerred Fulbright
Dallas,TX
Summary
Accomplished Hospitality Director and Coach with a demonstrated history of driving operational excellence and enhancing guest satisfaction. Specialized expertise in strategic menu development, technology integration, and cost optimization, including a 2.5% reduction in food costs at Twin Peaks and a 5% increase in LBW sales at Terilli's. Skilled in leadership, employee relations, and the implementation of innovative strategies to improve efficiency and profitability. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences while consistently refining operational processes to ensure sustainable growth and long-term success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Food and Beverage
Terilli's Restaurant & Bar
06.2024 - Current
- Handled all food and beverage vendor relationships, implementing approved substitutions that lead to a reduction in food cost.
- Implemented the use of MarginEdge allowing for accurate inventory as well as introducing a theoretical vs actual approach to determine success. Input all recipes into ME, creating an immediate reduction in costs by having the ability to track key items.
- Designed a Happy Hour menu that offered new offerings to long term guests and increased revenue for a happy hour that ended before traditional dinner times.
- .Introduced a cross-trained kitchen team to reduce labor while also implementing a structure pre-shift format that bosted team morale and increased the team's knowledge.
- Created a new cocktail menu that leveraged vendor relationships to get over 7k dollars in menu covers and menus printed. New menu saw a 5% increase over previous years alcohol sales.
Assistant General Manager of Training
Twin Peaks
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Directed the Manager Training Program at the flagship store, successfully developing three managers for promotion to General Manager positions.
- Oversaw the Kitchen Area of Responsibility, achieving a 2.5% reduction in food costs with less than 1% variance, and decreased labor costs through effective cross-training of all line team members..
- Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
Assistant General Manager
Chicken N Pickle
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw budgets, schedule reviews, and inventory audits, leading to a significant reduction in hourly labor from 32% to 17%, food costs from 40% to 28%, and labor burden/wage from 26% to 16%.
- Contributed to achieving weekly net sales exceeding $350K, setting a business record of $105K in a single day.
- Collaborated with the General Manager to reorganize management Areas of Responsibility (AORs) and recognized hourly team members with leadership potential, resulting in the first management bonuses, a 10% increase in staff tips, and a notable reduction in turnover.
Restaurant Training Manager
RCI- BOMBSHELLS
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Led all HR and training initiatives, driving liquor costs down to below 11% while achieving weekly sales of up to $185K, with 70% generated after 9 PM.
- Developed and implemented a mathematically-based scheduling process that improved service efficiency and reduced labor costs by 5%.
- Diversified training methods to strengthen learning opportunities and enhance overall program success.
Owner/Operator
IDC Burgers
10.2014 - 10.2018
- Thru fan voting was voted #4 burger in 2015 DFW burger battle while operating out of gas station and bar in Stockyards.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
Managing Partner
5th Street Icehouse
11.2008 - 03.2012
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX2006
Skills
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Business Leadership
- Employee Relations
- Team leadership expertise
- Menu development
- Hospitality Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Performance Analysis
Timeline
Director of Food and Beverage
Terilli's Restaurant & Bar
06.2024 - Current
Assistant General Manager of Training
Twin Peaks
06.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant General Manager
Chicken N Pickle
05.2022 - 05.2023
Restaurant Training Manager
RCI- BOMBSHELLS
02.2019 - 07.2020
Owner/Operator
IDC Burgers
10.2014 - 10.2018
Managing Partner
5th Street Icehouse
11.2008 - 03.2012
BBA - Business Administration
Tarleton State University
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