KEVIN WEATHERLY
Inlet Beach,FL
Summary
Upscale dining Managing Partner/GM with 25+ years of leadership across fine dining and high-volume concepts. Proven record of driving revenue, elevating guest experience, building strong cultures, and operating with disciplined financial execution.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
AMBROSIA HOSPITALITY GROUP
01.2023 - Current
- Grew revenue +$2.65M in 2 years through menu and guest experience initiatives
- Cut labor 5% YOY via strategic scheduling & cross-training
- Reduced COGS 3.9% while elevating product quality
- Raised average guest ratings to 4.8 across Google, OpenTable & Resy
- Built & coached 85+ team, reducing turnover 12% below regional avg
- Voted Best Restaurant on the Emerald Coast
Managing Partner
SOUTHERN SOCIAL
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Achieved double-digit YOY revenue gains against inflationary pressures
- Leadership development led to 30% increase in internal promotions
- Improved profitability with menu & wine program upgrade (+$11/guest check)
Executive General Manager
ROPESWING HOSPITALITY GROUP
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Turned three concepts into top-performers, delivering 35% sales lift in 12 months
- Managed $8M P&L; improving profit margins 10%
- Designed pop-up lounge activations, generating +20% monthly sales
- Stabilized operations and rebuilt two full teams post-pandemic
General Manager
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Increased revenue $4.5M+ over tenure; top regional performer
- Led 95+ employees with turnover consistently below company average
- Created new lounge/patio concept adding $900K annual sales
- Wine/beverage strategy drove +$350K incremental revenue
- Maintained consistent budget & profit delivery
Manager
HILLSTONE RESTAURANT GROUP
01.1999 - 01.2008
- Ranked among chain’s top-performing units
- Built foundational leadership systems — hiring, training & guest experience
- Managed & developed 115-member team
- Grew business via strong hospitality culture and repeat guests
Education
Marketing
University of Memphis
Skills
- P&L; Ownership
- Multi-Unit Oversight
- Team Culture & Training
- Talent Development
- Budgeting, COGS & Labor Control
- Guest Experience Systems
- Menu & Wine Strategy
- Brand Positioning
- Community & Vendor Partnerships
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Best Restaurant – Emerald Coast, Most Booked in Region, Best Service, Best Fine Dining, Best Overall Restaurant, Certificate of Excellence
Timeline
Managing Partner
AMBROSIA HOSPITALITY GROUP
01.2023 - Current
Managing Partner
SOUTHERN SOCIAL
01.2021 - 01.2023
Executive General Manager
ROPESWING HOSPITALITY GROUP
01.2020 - 01.2021
General Manager
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
01.2008 - 01.2020
Manager
HILLSTONE RESTAURANT GROUP
01.1999 - 01.2008
Marketing
University of Memphis