Open To Work
Ludwell Z TAYLOR
Houston
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic restaurant manager driving revenue growth and operational excellence in fast-paced environments. Expertise in budget management, team leadership, and process optimization, consistently exceeding financial targets while enhancing customer loyalty. Cultivates a collaborative team culture focused on quality and service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Chuy's Tex-Mex Restaurant
Houston
08.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to meal preparation and presentation standards.
- Handled budget planning and resource allocation to support operational needs.
- Managed inventory to maintain freshness of ingredients and optimize supply levels.
- Coached and mentored team members to enhance performance and skills.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and equipment usage.
General Manager
Honey Baked Ham Co
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Meet financial objectives by forecasting, adjusting labor expenditures, practicing portion controls, preparing budgets and analyzing variances
- Supervised team of 10 hourly employees, fostering a productive work environment and adherence to operational goals.
- Coordinated and executed catering events, ensuring exceptional service and quality to meet client expectations.
- Delivered culinary expectations within brand-led team, ensuring proper recipe execution aligned with company standards.
Assistant General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2017 - 01.2024
- Created purchase orders for operational and food costs, approved related invoices for timely payment
- Led and encouraged shift supervisors to create confidence, passion, strength and pride among the team.
- Managed staff of 22 per shift, overseeing FOH and BOH operations to ensure quality food presentation and efficient service
- Created purchase orders for operational / food cost and approved related invoices for payment
- Led and encouraged shift supervisors to create confidence, passion, strength and pride among the team.
General Manager
Macaroni Grill
Houston
03.2007 - 06.2017
- Managed daily business operations, including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service, and sales.
- Built and sustained long-term customer relationships by implementing effective account management strategies.
- Facilitated collaboration among departments through team-building activities to enhance communication and teamwork.
- Created training programs for new employees to ensure understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Business Administration
TEXAS SOUTHEREN UNIVERSITY
Houston, TX05-2020
Communication Specialists -
US NAVY
San Francisco Naval Communication Station - Stockton, CA08-1988
Skills
- Logistics Coordination
- Inventory Management
- Operational Support
- Budget Development
- Team leadership
- Cost Control
- Critical thinking
- Supply chain management
- Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Basics
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Chuy's Tex-Mex Restaurant
08.2025 - Current
General Manager
Honey Baked Ham Co
05.2024 - 08.2025
Assistant General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2017 - 01.2024
General Manager
Macaroni Grill
03.2007 - 06.2017
Bachelor Of Science - Business Administration
TEXAS SOUTHEREN UNIVERSITY
Communication Specialists -
US NAVY