Derick Odom
**** ******* ******* ***. **** Alpharetta, Ga 30004 678-***-**** **********@*****.***
Professional Profile
Self-motivated professional, seeking to leverage both experience and education as a leader and manager. Detail-oriented individual who exemplifies professionalism. Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at any given moment. Ensure high customer satisfaction and a positive company image. Eager for professional growth, increased responsibility and the opportunity to apply extensive management experience in a challenging environment.
Skills Summary
Sales & Marketing Employee Development Effective Communicator
Strategic Planning Contract Negotiation Team Leader
Customer Service Project Management Professional Attitude
Executive Chef – Duties &Responsibilities
Reduced food costs by 10% by estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers.
Collaborated with Management to conduct staff meetings and resolve any service, product or personal issues.
Manage food cost, labor and currently operating below company average.
Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state andlocal sanitation and safety requirements.
Maintained and assured food quality.
Responsible for hiring, training and scheduling kitchen staff of 20+ employees.
General Manager – Duties & Responsibilities
Direct daily restaurant operations, marketing, customer service, and finances
Hire, train, and direct large staffs ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to corporate protocols
Responsible for multimillion dollar inventory, facility, and professional food preparation equipment
Set company budgets, maintain profit/loss statements, and ensure overall financial health
Determine employee schedules, responsibilities, and dress code
Increase sales by 5% each year through effective marketing and customer service
Cut operational costs through efficient inventory management and employee scheduling
Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers securing quality products at low prices
Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations
Enforce corporate food and beverage quality standards
Create employee development programs building staff skill sets and value
Completed management training program through Fatburger corporate university
Certified in Serve Safe food handling procedures
Professional Experience
Executive Chef – Chuys opco 2011-present
Fat burger Atlanta, LLC, General Manager (Atlanta, GA) 2002 – 2011
Crothall Services Group, Environmental Services Manager (Wayne, PA) 2000 – 2002
Education
Auburn University (Auburn, AL) 1998
Education/Health Care Management