Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Special Qualifications
Certification
Timeline
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John Alexander Hamilton

Nashville,TN

Summary

Passionate executive chef and seasoned general manager with 20+ years of experience, seeking to elevate a dynamic restaurant team in a vibrant setting that champions local, seasonal cuisine and exceptional customer experiences.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
01.2018 - 01.2024

General Manager

Tops’l Raw Bar and Sushi
01.2013 - 01.2018

General Manager

The Cask & Schooner Public House
01.2011 - 01.2018

Innkeeper/Chef

Harrison Houe/Tucker House/Coho Café
01.2010 - 01.2011

Executive Chef

Circa Alehouse
01.2007 - 01.2010

Executive Chef

Gourmondo Catering
01.2004 - 01.2008

Executive Chef

Purple Café and Wine Bar
01.2002 - 01.2004

Education

Cultural Anthropology -

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN

General Studies -

Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

Skills

  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Schedule Management
  • P&L Management
  • Expense Control
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Leadership and team building

Special Qualifications

  • Extensive leadership in diverse culinary environments, from gastropubs to upscale dining and catering.
  • Proven track record in menu innovation using locally sourced ingredients and expert beverage pairing.
  • Strong financial acumen: adept in budgeting, P&L management, and leveraging technology (TOAST, OLO, Excel, etc.).
  • Skilled in fostering community partnerships and driving business growth through local engagement.
  • Expertise in HR management, team building, and creating a culture of excellence.

Certification

  • Certified Serve Safe, 2023
  • TN ABC

Timeline

General Manager

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
01.2018 - 01.2024

General Manager

Tops’l Raw Bar and Sushi
01.2013 - 01.2018

General Manager

The Cask & Schooner Public House
01.2011 - 01.2018

Innkeeper/Chef

Harrison Houe/Tucker House/Coho Café
01.2010 - 01.2011

Executive Chef

Circa Alehouse
01.2007 - 01.2010

Executive Chef

Gourmondo Catering
01.2004 - 01.2008

Executive Chef

Purple Café and Wine Bar
01.2002 - 01.2004

Cultural Anthropology -

Indiana University

General Studies -

Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis
John Alexander Hamilton