Matthew D. Levine
ROYAL PALM BEACH
Summary
Results-driven Operations and Facilities Management leader with more than 25 years of experience overseeing multi-unit restaurant and retail operations. Extensive expertise in facilities maintenance, operational leadership, workforce development, and process improvement. Proven track record of leading large-scale operations across multiple states, optimizing maintenance programs, improving operational efficiency, and developing high-performing teams that consistently exceed business objectives.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
Panera Bread
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Direct facilities maintenance operations for 27 Panera Bread locations.
- Negotiate vendor contracts and service agreements.
- Coordinate repair and maintenance activities.
- Manage maintenance inventory, equipment, and supply levels.
- Troubleshoot and repair small kitchen equipment.
DIRECTOR OF BAKERY OPERATIONS
Panera Bread
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2007 - 08.2025
- Oversaw bakery operations for 29 South Florida locations.
- Managed South Carolina and Georgia markets for three years.
- Led implementation and training of new products, equipment, and procedures.
- Developed staffing plans and management teams.
- Maintained quality, food safety, and operational standards.
- Assisted with maintenance and repair of bakery production equipment.
ASSISTANT MANAGER / GENERAL MANAGER
Panera Bread
West Palm Beach, FL
07.2002 - 01.2007
- Opened eight café locations and advanced to General Manager.
- Trained employees and managers across all operational functions.
- Managed daily operations and customer service initiatives.
- Fostered true neighborhood cafe, staff and guests were always put first
Education
Some College - General Business Coursework
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Work order management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Staff training and development
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Food safety compliance
- Maintenance recordkeeping
Certification
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
Panera Bread
08.2025 - Current
DIRECTOR OF BAKERY OPERATIONS
Panera Bread
01.2007 - 08.2025
ASSISTANT MANAGER / GENERAL MANAGER
Panera Bread
07.2002 - 01.2007
Some College - General Business Coursework
University of Florida