Restaurant Operations & Startup Leader

EDGAR ALLEN LAND III, CFM, FMP Albany, Georgia ***21 706-***-****

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RESTAURANT OPERATIONS & STARTUP LEADER Strategic operator with a record of driving revenue growth and controlling costs. Expert at navigating the transition from concept to execution, managing multimillion-dollar P&Ls, and scaling culinary teams from zero to 1,000+ members.

CORE COMPETENCIES

● Startup & Growth: New business bidding, facility buildouts, and brand transitions.

● Revenue Generation: Increased retail profit by 90% and revenue by 19% through efficiency.

● Financial Oversight: Managed $18M annual volume ; expert in food cost and inventory.

● Culinary Innovation: Themed menu creation, high-volume production, and staff training.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Aladdin Campus Dining (GSW) Executive Chef/Manager Mar 2024 – Present

● Directs menu engineering and production for multiple retail venues and student dining.

● Oversees staff hiring, scheduling, and training for all kitchen and service operations. Aramark Healthcare+ General Manager Apr 2023 – Oct 2023

● Managed $12.5M in system-wide sales and $1+M in catering operations.

● Supervised 11 managers and 13 dietitians to ensure high-service standards and quality. Homer’s Street Eats (EAL Services, LLC) Owner/Operator Sept 2013 – Oct 2020

● Entrepreneurial Leadership: Built and operated a mobile food startup serving the US Army and local corporate clients.

● Received unit recognition coins for outstanding service from the 75th Ranger Battalion. Morrison’s Healthcare (Roper Hospital & CHS) Sr. Director 2008 – 2013

● New Construction: Completed cafeteria buildout on time and under budget, resulting in a 58% revenue spike.

● Profit Optimization: Grew bottom-line profit by $75,000 in one year and increased retail profit by 90%.

HDS Services/Morrison’s Healthcare Regional Director 2001 – 2008

● Scale Operations: Led 15 accounts with 18 locations, managing a regional team of 60 salaried managers.

● Business Development: Added 4 new accounts ($4M volume) and led survey teams for new business bidding.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

● Culinary Arts: Albany Technical College

● Nutrition: Tallahassee Community College/Florida State University

● Credentials: Certified Food Manager (IFSEA), Food Management Professional (FMP), ServSafe Manager