Scott Davidson
Washington D.C. linkedin.com/in/scott-davidson-b39040169/
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WORK EXPERIENCE
P.F. Chang’s Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area
Operating Partner March 2022-Present
● Led P&L operations for $5.2M restaurant, achieving 23.3% EBITDA through strategic cost management and labor optimization initiatives.
● Reduced hourly turnover by 80% and eliminated management turnover through development of structured mentorship programs and internal promotion pipeline.
● Drove top 25 growth ranking among 200 locations through comprehensive marketing strategy and channel optimization, while achieving 4.6 guest satisfaction score and 15% internal promotion rate. P.F. Chang’s Denver Metropolitan Area
Senior Manager April 2021-March 2022
● Successfully executed operations across 6 locations in CO and Las Vegas markets, including Planet Hollywood ($13.8M), while driving revenue growth and developing leadership talent.
● Directed the successful openings of two high-volume restaurants (250+ team members), ensuring full operational readiness and achieving 100% of opening week sales targets.
● Supported a company-wide brand refresh, improving restaurant design and menu offerings across two markets.
P.F. Chang’s Denver Metropolitan Area
Hospitality Manager January 2019-April 2021
● Directed P&L operations for $4.1M restaurant while maintaining 21% labor costs and managing daily sales volumes up to $25K.
● Expanded corporate catering program to $910K annual revenue through strategic client partnerships.
● Implemented standardized training procedures reducing new hire costs by $135 per employee while decreasing comp costs by 25%.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
P.F. Chang’s Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area
Operating Partner March 2022-Present
● Designed and implemented location-specific training programs across 4 restaurants, establishing sustainable SOP frameworks and trainer development initiatives that drive KPI-aligned retention
● Mentored 11 Operating Partners to achieve KPI excellence by driving high standards while building strong team relationships
● Chosen as key pilot location for 22-store labor model transformation, achieving 10% labor reduction while providing direct implementation feedback to executive team EDUCATION
Coursera
Google Project Management Certification August 2024
● Skilled in project leadership, resource management, and delivering results on time and within budget. PMI Institute
Project Management Professional Expected 2025
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Skilled in P&L oversight, labor optimization, sales strategy, and tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and AI. Passionate about sustainability, mentoring leaders, and staying active with outdoor activities.