JR Dempsey
Pinellas Park,FL
Summary
Accomplished Head of Operations and Business Development with a proven track record at Aloha To Go, enhancing business growth through operational excellence and strategic business analysis. Expert in streamlining processes and implementing data-driven decisions, significantly boosting productivity. Skilled in organizational development and safety management, demonstrating both hard and soft skills in leadership roles.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Operations and Business Development
Aloha To Go
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics to optimize operations.
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices.
- Improved overall productivity with the introduction of innovative process improvement initiatives.
Director of Operations
First Watch Restaurants Inc.
09.2012 - 08.2021
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Led a team of 110 throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough County
- Instrumental in menu development for the transition to Urban Farm
- Trained and developed numerous Franschisees and Support Center staff
General Manager
Applebees
06.1997 - 09.2012
- Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics to optimize operations.
- Streamlined operational processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices.
- Improved overall productivity with the introduction of innovative process improvement initiatives.
Education
Associated - Business
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2001
Paramedic A
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05.1999
Skills
- Operational Excellence
- Business Analysis
- Organizational Development
- Safety Management
Languages
German
Elementary
Spanish
Limited Working
Accomplishments
Top 3 in Food Cost for fiscal year 2005-2007
Perfect Steritech inspections 2018-2019
Top retention and Customer Satisfaction 2015-2019
Timeline
Head of Operations and Business Development
Aloha To Go
09.2021 - Current
Director of Operations
First Watch Restaurants Inc.
09.2012 - 08.2021
General Manager
Applebees
06.1997 - 09.2012
Associated - Business
University of Kansas
Paramedic A
Johnson County Community College