Hi, I’m
Tyler Alford
Hospitality Executive & Restauranteur
Absarokee,MT
Summary
Hospitality Executive with 20+ years of experience across multiple segments of the industry, with responsibilities in design, vendor negotiations, and builds of 20+ restaurants including $4M+ locations in Colorado, Texas, and Idaho. Proven and dedicated business acumen tied to developing operations with continued top-line growth and strategy as momentum with proven quarterly EBIDTA improvement.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
4
Certificates
Work History
The Okay, Cool GroupBozeman, MT
President
03.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
- Achieved under-budget and on-time project management to adhere to project goals.
- Opened 3 Concepts and over 21,000 square feet of F&B Operations in under 30 days.
- Increased workflow by analyzing data and maximizing opportunities for improved productivity across several areas.
- Led operational team in development, rollout and management of new products.
- Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
Gallatin College At Montana State UniversityBozeman, MT
Instructor
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials.
Tupelo HoneyAsheville, NC
VP of Operations
03.2014 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Identified issues with production, workforce and material sourcing and implemented successful solutions.
- Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
- Opened 10 Locations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, Texas, Colorado, and Idaho
- Managed $1.5M Operations Team Budget
- Managed $45M Revenue Budget
Commander's Palace RestaurantNew Orleans, LA
Beverage Manager
10.2011 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Managed bar and wait staff and directed hiring program.
- Oversaw selection, ordering and inventory controls of wine, beer and alcohol program.
- Improved average wine and alcohol spend per guest through curation, service training and hands-on hospitality.
- Developed relationships with suppliers and vendors leading to special volume pricing discounts and availability.
Rusty Parrot LodgeJackson, WY
Food and Beverage Manager
07.2008 - 10.2011
Job overview
- Opening and Design of additional Bar and Private Dining Area.
- Improved average wine and alcohol spend per guest through curation, service training and hands-on hospitality.
- Developed relationships with suppliers and vendors leading to special volume pricing discounts and availability.
Education
North Carolina State UniversityRaleigh, NC
from Journalism
08.2005 - 05.2007
Millsaps CollegeJackson, MS
from English
08.2003 - 05.2005
Skills
Strategic Initiative Planning
Communication, and ImplementationPrime Cost and EBITDA Analysis
New Store OpeningsBudgeting and Forecasting
Certification
Court of Master Sommeliers, Level 1
Publications
2017, Co-Author, Tupelo Honey: Southern Spirits and Small Plates
2019, Co-Author, Mr Big Stuff: Draft Cocktails by Copper & Kings