MIKE ISENHOUR
Longwood
Summary
Professional in multi-unit management, equipped to optimize operations and drive business growth. Consistently exceeded targets through effective resource allocation and strategic planning. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic business needs with focus on achieving results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager, Chief Operations Officer
Noodles & Company
01.2007 - 02.2025
- Helped to grow and expand the Indiana market from three restaurants based in Indianapolis, to 19 restaurants across the state
- Began as an entry-level employee and was promoted from shift manager to general manager to area manager, eventually becoming responsible for overseeing operations in a nine-restaurant area, in just under six years
- After building the Indiana market, helped to grow an additional franchise from three restaurants in Louisville, KY to 18 restaurants in five states: Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida
- Promoted to Chief Operations Officer from 2022 to 2025, overseeing the entire franchise, including team member and manager development and training, facilities management, HR systems and payroll implementation and administration, new restaurant openings, and closing/relocating restaurants
- As Chief Operations Officer managed a team of more than 450 employees with an operating budget of over $14 million per year
Restaurant Manager
Yats
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Opened a new restaurant in Bloomington, IN, the first location outside of Indianapolis, IN, and was part of a four-person management team responsible for all day-to-day restaurant functions
- Established routines for opening and closing the restaurant, developed training protocols for new team members, and managed multiple team members while developing a positive workplace culture
Bar Manager
Crazy Horse
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Promoted from line cook to kitchen manager to bar manager over a period of six years
- Responsible for bartender training and scheduling, development of daily specials, and food and liquor costs
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - COMPUTER NETWORKING
04.2007
GPA: 3.5
Skills
- Multi-unit Management
- Planning and Execution
- Giving and Receiving Feedback
- Organizational leadership
- Communication
- Team management
- Problem Solving/Innovation
- Facilities Management
- Operational excellence
- Delegation
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Staff management
Timeline
Area Manager, Chief Operations Officer - Noodles & Company
01.2007 - 02.2025
Restaurant Manager - Yats
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bar Manager - Crazy Horse
01.1999 - 01.2005
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE - ASSOCIATES DEGREE, COMPUTER NETWORKING
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