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Patrick J. Griffin

Wakefield

Summary

To obtain a position in the Assisted Care industry with opportunity for advancement

Culinary professional with robust experience in leading high-performing teams and driving exceptional culinary results. Skilled in menu development, kitchen management, and cost control. Known for fostering collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on quality, innovation, and exceeding guest expectations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Culinary Services

Atria Senior Living
10.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated strong interdepartmental collaboration by regularly liaising with other department heads on joint initiatives and cross-functional projects.
  • Managed budgets for labor costs, equipment purchases, facilities upgrades, while maximizing return on investment for the organization''s resources.
  • Increased employee retention rates by cultivating a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion as well as providing clear pathways for career advancement opportunities within the organization.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing continuous training and development programs for culinary staff.
  • Optimized resource allocation during peak service times to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests without compromising on quality or speed.
  • Championed sustainability initiatives within the organization, incorporating locally-sourced ingredients and minimizing environmental impact wherever possible.
  • Implemented cost control measures to reduce food waste, optimize inventory management, and increase profitability.

Area General Manager

Sodexo Lowell General Hospital
04.2022 - Current
  • Oversight of 2 Hospitals 345 beds
  • Retail1.25M annual volume
  • Catering 825,000 annual volume
  • Client Interaction
  • KPI’s, Jacho, Patient Satisfaction
  • Delegating corporate and client initiatives
  • All Budgeting, forecasting

General Manager

SAGE Dining Services
07.2018 - 04.2022
  • Oversight of two campus including residential Retail and Catering
  • Responsible for weekly/monthly Profit/Loss
  • Budgeting all numbers
  • Client/Student group interactions
  • Delegating all corporate initiatives to management
  • Communication to management team
  • SAGE ambassador
  • Project Management/Team Leadership

General Manager

Sodexo Emerson College
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Oversight of all campus including residential Retail and Catering
  • Responsible for weekly/monthly P and L
  • Budgeting all numbers
  • Client/Student group interactions
  • Delegating all corporate initiatives to management
  • Communication to management team

Director Of Operations

Sodexo, Endicott College
09.2012 - 07.2017
  • Oversight of all campus including residential, retail and catering
  • Responsible for weekly P and L and budget
  • Client/Student interaction and measured accomplishment
  • All labor relations functions at unit

Director Of Operations

Sodexo, Brandeis University
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • In charge of all ordering, catering 5million annual sales
  • Retail facility 7.5 million annual
  • Weekly inventory and food cost analysis for 4 facilities
  • Portion control, sanitation and production for 3 kitchens
  • Menu planning, customer and client satisfaction
  • Weekly financials, flash, projections, operating procedures

District Training Manager

Healthcare Services Group
09.2008 - 09.2010
  • Food Service Director
  • Oversees 8 buildings reporting to senior district manager
  • Responsible for all facets of P and L, subsidized accounts
  • Hourly budgeting of staff
  • Guides FSD in purchasing, inventory and day to day management of staff
  • Weekly meetings with administrator

Education

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts Major

Johnson and Wales University
12.2000

Culinary Arts Program -

Somerville High School
06.2000

Skills

  • Menu planning
  • Cost control
  • Inventory management
  • Staff training
  • Budget management
  • Sustainability practices
  • Project management
  • Team collaboration
  • Client interaction
  • Culinary innovation
  • Sanitation standards

Accreditations

  • Serv Safe Certified
  • Café Services 100% Spot Check
  • Board of Health Review

Timeline

Director of Culinary Services

Atria Senior Living
10.2023 - Current

Area General Manager

Sodexo Lowell General Hospital
04.2022 - Current

General Manager

SAGE Dining Services
07.2018 - 04.2022

General Manager

Sodexo Emerson College
07.2017 - 06.2018

Director Of Operations

Sodexo, Endicott College
09.2012 - 07.2017

Director Of Operations

Sodexo, Brandeis University
01.2010 - 01.2012

District Training Manager

Healthcare Services Group
09.2008 - 09.2010

Culinary Arts Program -

Somerville High School

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts Major

Johnson and Wales University

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