It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce our newest addition to the team, Brett, who will be joining us as the Director of National Accounts and Corporate Chef. Brett brings with him a wealth of experience and a dynamic skill set that will undoubtedly contribute to the success and growth of our company.
About Brett
Brett is a goal-oriented and hands-on leader with a progressive background in the culinary industry. Brett holds an A.O.S. in Culinary Arts from the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY, and a B.S. in Psychology from Tulane University, New Orleans, LA. With a track record of success in diverse roles, Brett brings a unique blend of culinary creativity, business acumen, and effective leadership to our team.
Leadership Excellence: Brett is a goal-oriented, hands-on leader known for building and motivating successful teams.
Business Acumen: His proficiency in increasing profitability while implementing cost-cutting measures showcases his commitment to driving success.
Interpersonal Skills: With superb interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, and communication skills, Brett is well-equipped to lead in our dynamic environment.
Professional Journey
Brett is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse and extensive background. He is a goal-oriented and hands-on leader known for motivational team building. His expertise includes areas such as business development, startups, turnarounds, P&L management, budgeting, cost control, and production. Brett is adept at multi-unit management, product development, marketing, sales, advertising, media, community relations, leadership development, training, menu design, culinary creativity, and event management/customer service.
He holds a degree in Culinary Arts from the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY, and a B.S. in Psychology from Tulane University, New Orleans, LA.
Brett's professional journey includes significant roles such as Corporate Executive Chef/Sales at Alto-Shaam, Inc., where he contributed to equipment development and menu design, resulting in substantial cost savings. He served as Sr. Manager of Culinary R&D for the C-Store Division at Kroger Corporation, focusing on fresh and ready meals and system-wide initiatives to raise food quality standards.
Additionally, Brett has experience as a restaurant and chef consultant, and he has owned and managed various establishments, including Quizno's Subs, Damon's International, Inc., and Mazzio's Corporation. His tenure at Hard Rock Café International, Inc., involved managing food and beverage for multiple locations, achieving theoretical food costs for the first time in the company's history.
Brett's career showcases a strong blend of culinary creativity, business acumen, and leadership skills, making him a valuable addition to our team.
Welcome Brett
Brett's commitment to excellence and strategic approach to culinary arts align seamlessly with our company values. His impressive background, spanning restaurant ownership to corporate executive roles, reflects his versatility and innovative thinking.
We are confident that Brett's leadership, culinary creativity, and passion for driving results will contribute significantly to the continued success of our company. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Brett as he embarks on this exciting journey with us.
Feel free to reach out to Brett for introductions or discussions. We look forward to achieving new heights together.
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