Tony Bergman
Vidor
Summary
Seasoned culinary professional with over 20 years in restaurant management, including a pivotal role at MCM Elegante planning and preparing meals for large banquets and events weekly. Developed successful strategies in marketing at Chipotle establishing vital networking skills in the planning and organizing city events including The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and The Houston Pride Parade. Maintain exceptional professional standards where quality and efficiency are always the goal. Motivated passion and drive to increase potential by accepting then mastering new opportunities or challenges.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
IHOP
NGE
Port Arthur, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Evaluated customer feedback to pinpoint service improvement opportunities and execute effective solutions.
- Facilitated development of operational strategies to optimize team efficiency and elevate customer satisfaction.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Executive Chef
Hearsay Gastro Lounge
Beaumont, TX
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure delivery of exceptional, diverse menu offerings that contribute to guest satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menu offerings based on ingredient availability and customer preferences.
- Optimized food preparation workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions for junior chefs to uphold high quality in food preparation and safety practices.
- Negotiated favorable pricing terms with suppliers to optimize ingredient sourcing and support culinary excellence.
Certified Trainer, Line Cook, Prep Cook
Brinker Internationl, Chilli's Grill & Bar
Orange, TX
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process
Brunch Chef
MCM Elegante Hotel & Event Center
Beaumont, TX
11.2018 - 01.2023
- Created authentic recipes and prepared meals from scratch using quality ingredients to generate repeat business
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
- Organized and facilitated large events up to and including 1,000 guests.
- Coordinated with clients creating menus and prepared Tastings for large events.
General Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
The Woodlands, TX
11.2004 - 03.2008
- Increased annual sales .8%-2006 and 1.2%-2007
- Skilled execution of LSM by introducing and promoting the brand to the community combined with networking from within "The Four Walls"
- Increased retention 15%-2006 and 20%-2007
- Assigned to assist New G.M.'s the openings of 5 restaurants 2004-2008
- Consistently achieved labor and food cost expectations.
- Developed and promoted team members to management positions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westfield
Houston, TX05-1995
Skills
- Act Like You Own The Place
- Execution of proper food ordering and prep levels to ensure the highest quality for projected sales and\or upcoming events
- Strategic staff scheduling/People In Their Places
- Proficient in maintaining labor and food cost budgets
- Troubleshooting P & L
- Skilled experience with restaurant openings
- People Development and Team Building utilizing cross training and, promoting from within, to create a goal-oriented, cohesive team
- High standards for food safety, equipment preventive maintenance and detailed daily cleaning schedules
- Honed marketing skills and community networking
- Skilled Line Of Site
- Self motivated and goal oriented
Timeline
IHOP
NGE
07.2025 - Current
Executive Chef
Hearsay Gastro Lounge
07.2024 - 05.2025
Certified Trainer, Line Cook, Prep Cook
Brinker Internationl, Chilli's Grill & Bar
07.2023 - 07.2024
Brunch Chef
MCM Elegante Hotel & Event Center
11.2018 - 01.2023
General Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2004 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Westfield
Additional Work History
Waffle House
General Manager, Orange, Tx
04/2014-11/2018
Chicken Express
General Manager, Nacogdoches, Tx.
03/2012-01/2014
Dairy Queen
General Manager, Crockett, Tx.
02/2009-03/2012