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Norman Weiler

Jeffersonville,Pa

Summary

Director with expertise in strategic planning and team leadership, focused on performance optimization. Achieved significant company growth through the development of efficient operational strategies and strong professional relationships. Skilled in problem solving, decision making, and effective communication to influence stakeholders. Proven track record of delivering innovative solutions and meeting organizational objectives.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Culinary and Nutrition

Acts Retirement
Lower Gwynedd, Pa
07.2019 - 08.2025
  • Full Responsibilities for Directing a 500-resident community with a $5 million budget.
  • Managed a dynamic group of 165 Managers, Supervisors and line staff.

Interim Director of Dining Services

Flik Lifestyles /The Evergreens
Moorestown, NJ
06.2018 - 10.2018
  • Assigned position to assist in the closing of the contract due to Client switching to self – op.

Sr. Director of Dining Services

Flik Lifestyles / Holy Redeemer Lafayette
Philadelphia, Pa
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Company Overview: 425 Resident CCRC part of the Holy Redeemer Health System.
  • 75 Direct Reports 7 Managers.
  • Rolled out Flik Platinum Service, New open seating concept, Full Count POS.
  • Financial excellence and improvement, Strong resident satisfaction growth.
  • 425 Resident CCRC part of the Holy Redeemer Health System.

Director of Food and Nutrition Services

Caring Heart Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Philadelphia, Pa
11.2016 - 06.2017
  • Full accountability for 265 bed rehab and nursing facility.
  • 25 direct reports along with a management team of 5.
  • Accomplished a deficiency free Philadelphia Health Department and deficiency free State Survey for the first time in the company’s history.
  • Successfully rolled out a tablet system for ordering and preferences.

District Manager

Unidine Corporation
Boston, Ma
01.2014 - 11.2016
  • Full responsibility for Eight CCRC, Long Term and Short Term care facilities.
  • Direct Reports are GMs and DSDs.
  • Manage Client and Corporate relations.
  • Full P&L and budgeting responsibilities and every aspect of the operations.
  • Assist Business Development with Sales Surveys and presentations for potential clients.
  • Responsible for 20+ Managers and 480 employees.

Director of Dining Services / Executive Chef

Spring Hills Senior Communities
Cherry Hill, NJ
09.2011 - 08.2012
  • Opened a brand new Ultra Luxury Assisted Living Community.
  • Started three months prior to opening.
  • Equipped Kitchen and Dining Room, Staffed entire Department.
  • Developed Vendor Relationships, Developed entire Dining Program.
  • Developed twenty-eight item daily menus.

Director OF FOOD and Beverage

Senior Lifestyle Retirement
West Chester, Pa
11.2008 - 11.2010
  • Was hired to rebuild failing dining department.
  • As of present we have increased our resident census to almost full capacity.
  • Was chosen to compete in top chef competition in Chicago.
  • Was asked to be a corporate mentor for all food and beverage positions.
  • Manage 125 team members and 3 managers.
  • Re-built dietary department and received a zero-deficiency state and county audit.
  • Trainer in food safety.
  • Continually meet or exceed financial goals and team member and customer satisfaction scores.
  • Have written job descriptions and training courses.
  • Conducts leadership and hospitality classes.

Director of Food and Beverage

Marriott Senior Living Services / Sunrise Senior Living
Haverford, Pa
04.1997 - 11.2008
  • Company Overview: Responsible for Marriott’s / Sunrise’s largest Senior Living Community’s Food and Beverage Department.
  • Managing 4 Managers, 9 Supervisors and 155 hourly associates.
  • 3 Kitchens, 7 Pantries, 8 Dining Rooms.
  • Consistently surpassing Financial and Resident Satisfaction goals.
  • Loss Prevention Committee Chair.
  • Corporate and Local Trainer.
  • Master Corporate Training Cadre Member, Developed Fundamental Leadership Training Class for Full Service Communities.
  • Community IT/AV Support.
  • Responsible for Marriott’s / Sunrise’s largest Senior Living Community’s Food and Beverage Department.

Director of Restaurant Operations / Executive Chef

Marriott Hotels, Resorts and Suites
Philadelphia, Pa
10.1995 - 01.1997
  • Opened up brand new 420 Room Hotel.
  • 7 Million Annual Food and Beverage Sales.
  • Complete Food and Beverage responsibilities for 5 outlets including Casual, Fine Dining, Room Service, Lounge, and Banquet Culinary Operations.
  • Managed seven managers and hourly staff of 135.
  • Inventory control, Hiring, Training, Purchasing, Budgets, Menu and Recipe creation, Cost controls, and Guest interaction.

Executive Chef

Newark Airport Marriott Hotel
09.1993 - 10.1995
  • Complete Culinary responsibilities of 630 room Hotel with 7-million-dollar annual food sales.
  • Supervision of 5 Food and Beverage outlets.
  • Managed staff of 65 plus Management direct reports.
  • Organized numerous successful Wine and Food pairing dinners.
  • Manager of the Quarter.

Executive Chef / Sous Chef

Laguardia Marriott Hotel
09.1988 - 09.1993

Adjunct Professor

Nassau County Community College
01.1987 - 01.1989

Food Production Manager

Long Island Marriott Hotel
06.1985 - 09.1988

Executive Chef

Holiday Inn at McArthur Airport
10.1982 - 09.1985

Banquet Chef

Restaurant Associates, The John Peel Room, US Open Tennis Tournament
06.1979 - 10.1982

General Manager

Unidine Corporation @ Keswick Multi-Care Center
Baltimore, Md
09.2012
  • Opening General Manager for new client.
  • 275 Residents, 8 Managers and Dietitians, 65 employees.
  • Responsible for $3.2 million budget.
  • Full Fresh foods concept.
  • Member of Executive Leadership Team, Safety Committee and Dementia Team.
  • Introduced upscale hydration program, upgraded puree presentation.
  • Increased retail revenues 30% year over year.
  • Selected to be Champion Trainer for menu, resident and inventory systems.
  • Regional operations trainer.

Education

Continuing Education Credits -

The Culinary Institute of America
01.1996

Hotel Technology -

Sullivan County Community College
01.1976

Skills

  • Team Building
  • Leadership
  • Staff Training
  • Development
  • Business Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Risk management
  • P&L Budgeting
  • Cost Control
  • Training
  • Menu Planning
  • Sales
  • Diversity
  • Customer Service
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Culinary
  • Sanitation
  • Technology
  • Budget management
  • Food safety compliance
  • Financial analysis
  • Relationship building

Professional Affiliations And Awards

  • North Jersey Culinary Association. 1995 Member of the Year
  • Delaware Valley Chefs Association
  • Greater Atlantic City Hotel Motel Association
  • Pennsylvania Restaurant Association. State Sanitation Award 2006
  • Senior Lifestyle National Top Chef Competition
  • Salon of Culinary Arts Blue Ribbon
  • Serve Safe Certified
  • Certified Pennsylvania Food Manager
  • Baltimore Food Manager
  • Certified Food Service Management Professional
  • Philadelphia Health Department Certified Pennsylvania RAMP training Certified

Phone

cell, 484-343-3035

Personal Information

Title: FMP

Core Leadership Qualifications

  • Team Building
  • Leadership
  • Staff Training
  • Development
  • Business Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Risk management
  • P&L Budgeting
  • Cost Control
  • Training
  • Menu Planning
  • Sales
  • Diversity
  • Customer Service
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Culinary
  • Sanitation
  • Technology

Professional Development

  • Train The Trainer
  • Advanced Sanitation Training
  • Computer Training
  • Napa Valley Food and Wine Exchange

Timeline

Director of Culinary and Nutrition

Acts Retirement
07.2019 - 08.2025

Interim Director of Dining Services

Flik Lifestyles /The Evergreens
06.2018 - 10.2018

Sr. Director of Dining Services

Flik Lifestyles / Holy Redeemer Lafayette
06.2017 - 06.2018

Director of Food and Nutrition Services

Caring Heart Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
11.2016 - 06.2017

District Manager

Unidine Corporation
01.2014 - 11.2016

General Manager

Unidine Corporation @ Keswick Multi-Care Center
09.2012

Director of Dining Services / Executive Chef

Spring Hills Senior Communities
09.2011 - 08.2012

Director OF FOOD and Beverage

Senior Lifestyle Retirement
11.2008 - 11.2010

Director of Food and Beverage

Marriott Senior Living Services / Sunrise Senior Living
04.1997 - 11.2008

Director of Restaurant Operations / Executive Chef

Marriott Hotels, Resorts and Suites
10.1995 - 01.1997

Executive Chef

Newark Airport Marriott Hotel
09.1993 - 10.1995

Executive Chef / Sous Chef

Laguardia Marriott Hotel
09.1988 - 09.1993

Adjunct Professor

Nassau County Community College
01.1987 - 01.1989

Food Production Manager

Long Island Marriott Hotel
06.1985 - 09.1988

Executive Chef

Holiday Inn at McArthur Airport
10.1982 - 09.1985

Banquet Chef

Restaurant Associates, The John Peel Room, US Open Tennis Tournament
06.1979 - 10.1982

Continuing Education Credits -

The Culinary Institute of America

Hotel Technology -

Sullivan County Community College

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