Hospitality Management
Mark Dennis
Bare Naked Kitchen (MVP Holdings)
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Restaurant operations leader with experience overseeing multi-unit performance, P&L results, and team development. Brings a strong record of driving sales growth, improving scheduling and labor planning, and maintaining food safety, inventory control, and service standards across high-volume operations.
1
Certification
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director of Operations
7 Months- Directed regional kitchen operations across Bare Naked Kitchen sites under MVP Holdings.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state and federal regulations related to operations in the region.
- Implemented food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards in kitchen operations.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and supply coordination for regional locations.
- Monitored quality control for prepared foods and production consistency.
- Trained supervisors and kitchen leads on service and production expectations.
- Led process improvements for efficiency, teamwork, and operational alignment.
- Implemented new technologies and systems to optimize operational efficiencies in the region.
- Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement in processes or procedures within the region.
- Created policies and procedures related to safety, security, personnel management and other topics.
- Actively participated in industry events or conferences relevant to regional operations.
Multi-Unit Operator and Regional Coach
12 Years 6 Months- Oversaw multiple units while leading top-performing coaching region within the company.
- Managed business operations, including hiring, employee development, budget planning, and P&L oversight, to drive operational success.
- Drove sales growth across each of last 10 years.
- Managed daily restaurant operations to ensure efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Engaged with local community through food donations, sponsorships, and participation at local events, enhancing brand presence and community relationships.
Proprietor
16 Years 11 Months- Managed all aspects of business for 17 years, overseeing P&L, hiring, and driving sales growth.
- Established restaurant operations through implementation of management strategies that streamlined processes.
- Developed staff through focused training initiatives, fostering personal growth and enhancing brand presence.
Education
Bachelors Degrees - Management and Marketing
- Double major in Management and Marketing
- President's List
Skills
P&L management
Sales strategies
Operational efficiency
Inventory management
Inventory control
Food safety
Food safety standards
Staff scheduling
People development
Brand management
Operational efficiency and coordination
Personal Information
Title: Multi-Unit Operator and Regional Coach
Certification
Food Safety Certificate (09/2013 - Present)
Timeline
Regional Director of Operations
Bare Naked Kitchen (MVP Holdings)
03.2026 - Current
Multi-Unit Operator and Regional Coach
PDQ Restaurant (MVP Holdings)
09.2013 - 03.2026
Proprietor
Outback Steakhouse
09.1996 - 08.2013
Umass Dartmouth
Bachelors Degrees from Management and Marketing