Katie Bogacz
Durango,CO
Summary
Experienced with comprehensive food and beverage management, including menu development and cost control. Utilizes strategic planning to elevate service quality and guest satisfaction. Track record of effective team leadership and operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food & Beverage Director
Hilton Double Tree
Durango, CO
08.2023 - Current
- Leading a team of 50 people including two salary managers to success. Driving employee engagement, financials in multiple outlets and teamwork.
- Oversaw daily operations of 4 food and beverage outlets and banquets to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Generated $1,811,199 in revenue across multiple outlets in 2025.
- Oversaw banquet operations generating $600K in revenue.
- Directed front of house team to achieve top rankings in the beverage activations among comparable hotels
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with the culinary team to execute exceptional menus which led to record breaking holidays.
Executive Chef
Hilton Doubletree Hotel
Durango, CO
07.2013 - 08.2023
- Led culinary team in high-volume food production, ensuring quality and consistency across all menu items.
- Developed innovative seasonal menus aligning with brand standards and guest preferences to enhance dining experience.
- Implemented cost control measures, reducing food waste while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to optimize service flow and enhance guest satisfaction during peak hours.
- Conducted regular training sessions on food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and industry standards.
Education
No Degree - Culinary
Art Institute of Denver
Denver, CO01-2006
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Hospitality management
- Menu development
- Cost control
- Sanitation standards
- Staff leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
Completed the first round of Hiltons F&B Leader program in E Cornell called "Polish"
Certification
Serve Safe Certified Manager since 2010
Timeline
Food & Beverage Director
Hilton Double Tree
08.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
Hilton Doubletree Hotel
07.2013 - 08.2023
No Degree - Culinary
Art Institute of Denver
Manager of the year 2022
Awarded 2022 Manager of the Year, recognized by the General Manager and executive team for leading F&B operations through severe staffing shortages while maintaining high morale and driving record‑breaking outlet revenues.