Rocky Curtis
Denton,TX
Summary
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
McKinney, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance team productivity and service quality.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving strategic marketing initiatives for revenue growth.
- Led operational management to ensure efficient restaurant performance and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Managing Partner
Torchy's Tacos
Southlake, TX
03.2022 - 10.2025
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
- Directed the development of business plans, budgeting, forecasting, staffing needs, and performance metrics.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency and increase profitability.
- Led DFW training center, delivering leadership and management development programs for internal and external managers across varying organizational levels.
- Mentored junior staff members by providing guidance on professional development goals.
- Analyzed data from financial reports to identify areas of improvement in business operations.
- Oversaw supplier performance to ensure timely provision of goods and services within budgetary limits.
Kitchen Manager
Torchy's Tacos
Southlake, TX
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Implemented and maintained kitchen standards for cleanliness, audit readiness, food cost financials, staffing, and scheduling to ensure operational efficiency.
- Maintained a food cost that aligns with the company average, while striving to come under the set company goal.
- Managed food cost to align with company average while actively pursuing reduction to meet company goals.
- Troubleshot and problem-solved whenever numbers came out of line.
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
Freebirds World Burrito
Denton, TX
06.2014 - 03.2018
- Assisted General Manager in overseeing daily operations, contributing to seamless business functionality.
- Managed staff, implemented strategies, and fostered positive, productive work environment.
- Conducted scheduling, hiring, and training of new employees.
Skills
- Operations management
- Inventory control skills
- Training and coaching
- Leadership and team building
- Customer service
- Time management
Certification
ServSafe Manager Food Safety, TABC
Timeline
General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2025 - Current
Managing Partner
Torchy's Tacos
03.2022 - 10.2025
Kitchen Manager
Torchy's Tacos
08.2019 - 03.2022
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
Freebirds World Burrito
06.2014 - 03.2018