SCOTT PARKER
Allen
Summary
Strategic Kitchen Operations Manager with extensive experience in workflow efficiency, product development, costing, quality assurance, scheduling, and training. Leads teams to surpass organizational goals while ensuring product quality and sustainability. Committed to fostering growth and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
PF Changs
Allen
02.2022 - 11.2025
- Tracked culinary labor costs, ensuring they remained below 10% of total expenses for improved financial performance.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and enhance kitchen efficiency, achieving a 3% reduction in food cost.
- Maintained company standards in labor and food cost while collaborating with team to produce quality food.
Golf Services Manager
Topgolf
Allen
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed scheduling and staffing to ensure service levels met demand during peak hours.
- Coordinated events and tournaments to enhance participation in location offerings.
- Supported budget planning and resource allocation to improve operational efficiency.
- Assisted in budget planning and resource allocation for operational efficiency.
Director, Financial Operations
Dickey's BBQ
Dallas
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed budgeting processes and forecasting for operational expenses.
- Oversaw financial reporting and analysis for multiple restaurant locations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support strategic business initiatives.
- Reviewed vendor contracts to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve terms.
Director, Kitchen Operations
BJ'S RESTAURANTS AND BREWHOUSE
Huntington Beach
02.2008 - 01.2020
- Acted as operational expert on all kitchen systems and financial data.
- Oversaw 58 restaurants' kitchen operations.
- Traveled weekly to underperforming restaurants to analyze operations, organize workflows, ensure cleanliness, and support ordering.
- Acted as the primary contact for marketing culinary questions and participated on-site for commercial shoots to clarify proper food specifications.
- Assisted with logistics and setup for over 60 new restaurant openings across multiple locations.
- Earned Gold Plate Award twice for kitchen operations excellence
- Received Quarterly Operations Excellence Award four times.
- Received Lance Scheiner Award for Kitchen of the Year four times.
- Received two CEO Coin Awards for community outreach events.
Kitchen Manager
GRAND LUX CAFÉ
Houston
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Received the 2008 Restaurant Sales Builders Award.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff to maintain high food quality and service.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen equipment for maintenance and safety compliance.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and team-building activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Western Culinary Institute Le Cordon Bleu
Portland, ORSkills
- Nitro Pro, SketchUp, Ctuit, Posi, Recipe Viewer, Crunchtime
- Nitro Pro
- SketchUp
- Ctuit
- Posi
- Recipe Viewer
- Crunchtime
- ServSafe certification
Timeline
Golf Services Manager
Topgolf
05.2022 - 01.2023
Executive Chef
PF Changs
02.2022 - 11.2025
Director, Financial Operations
Dickey's BBQ
01.2021 - 05.2022
Director, Kitchen Operations
BJ'S RESTAURANTS AND BREWHOUSE
02.2008 - 01.2020
Kitchen Manager
GRAND LUX CAFÉ
01.2006 - 01.2009
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Western Culinary Institute Le Cordon Bleu