John Pickering
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
Knowledgeable Director Of Operations with over 43 years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents. Leading 8 District managers and 45 stores.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Fourteen Foods, Dairy Queen
Nashville, TN
04.2024 - Current
- Directed the operations and logistics of a multi-million dollar business.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Reviewed financial reports regularly to monitor profitability of the restaurant operations.
- Established and enforced health and safety procedures and policies to meet operational standards and regulatory requirements.
Managing Partner
Ruby Tuesday
Johnson City, TN
01.2019 - 01.2020
VP Director Of Operations
IHOP
Daytona Beach, FL
02.2006 - 01.2019
Managing Partner
Outback Steakhouse
Champaign, IL
07.1993 - 11.2005
Education
High School Diploma -
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TNSkills
- Operations Improvement
- Recruiting
- Staff Development
- Performance Evaluation
- Employee Retention
- Inventory Management
- Employee Safety
- Profit & Loss
- Business Planning
- Labor Management
Timeline
Director of Operations
Fourteen Foods, Dairy Queen
04.2024 - Current
Managing Partner
Ruby Tuesday
01.2019 - 01.2020
VP Director Of Operations
IHOP
02.2006 - 01.2019
Managing Partner
Outback Steakhouse
07.1993 - 11.2005
High School Diploma -
East Tennessee State University