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Dennis Kenna250 Clinton AvenueTiffin, Ohio 44883
CurrentCrestview Heights, Henderson, NV New419-443-8357 Home
567-207-5353 [email protected]
Human Resource Director:
I am a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in
the implementation and management of large-scale operations and
fulfillment strategies. I am currently working for Aramark in
Toledo, OH. My wife and I are currently in the process of
relocating to Las Vegas, NV, where I grew up, and obtained many of
my food service skills. I have worked for large hotels and
restaurants and have developed and implemented operational tools to
successfully increase the efficiency of the organization.Some of my
key strengths include:* Extensive experience in managing critical
projects and business development initiatives with the knowledge to
balance the requirements for functionality, quality, economy, and
timeliness; ability to successfully complete projects and tasks
before deadlines while maintaining consistency and professionalism*
Restaurant Management skills include Cost & Overhead
Reductions, Inventory Con
trol, Efficiency Improvement, Labor Relations & Efficiency,
Operations Budgeting, Supplier and Vendor Management, Workforce
Scheduling, Guest Relations, & TimeManagement* Ability to
revitalize business performance through assessment and
implementation of strategic process improvements* Outstanding
ability to efficiently and profitably manage day-to-day
individualbusiness operations as well as multiple locations and
territorial/regional operations* Solid background in areas where
sales expertise, administration, organization,interpersonal
communication, motivation, and management are required* Exceptional
capacity to enter new environments and begin to produce
clear-cutresults right from the start with well developed technical
and communication skills; flexible and adaptable to both new
situations and changing organizational n
eedsMy professional background has provided me with knowledge
and skills necessary to succeed in this recession challenged and
fast-paced field. I have demonstratedthe ability to position
restaurants and food service units for long-term growthand
profitability. I excel at targeting opportunities for revenue
enhancement through cost reduction initiatives and profit
optimization.I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you
in greater detail regardingthis position. I can be reached anytime
at the above email address and phone numbers. I am certain that my
experience, skills, and self motivation, when linkedwith the vision
of your company, will create dramatic and successful results. Thank
you for your consideration.
Respectfully Yours,
Dennis Kenna
Enclosure: Dennis Kenna Professional Resume.doc
Dennis Kenna250 Clinton AvenueTiffin, Ohio 44883 Current
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Crestview Heights, Henderson, NV New419-443-8357 Home
567-207-5353 [email protected]
________________________________________Experienced and
Dedicated Restaurant and Food Service Management professional, with
extensive experience leading profit-generating operations, and
accomplishingrecord-breaking performance. Offers experience in
strategic operations planning, innovative team development, and has
a superior understanding of customers' needs. Offers focused
leadership to drive sales and profitability in competitive markets.
Self-motivated and dynamic professional with diverse credentials
which combine solid and tactical leadership expertise with a strong
food and beverage background, an ability to work collaboratively,
and a commitment to achieving goals. Dedicated to maximizing
profits, providing impeccable customer services, andcreating an
atmosphere of exceptional employee morale. Proven track record of
low turnover, high retention rate, and high profits.
* Leadership/Motivation/Teamwork* Cost Containment and
Budgeting* Inventory, Safety, & Quality Control *
Company/Operations Development* Communication/Customer Relations*
Development and Implementation * Hiring & Training Employees*
Process/Project Management* Computer Program KnowledgePROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
FOOD PRODUCTION ACCOUNTING, Aramark, Inc. Toledo, OH
2008-Present* Managed the daily accounting functions, including
accounts payable, receivableand payroll duties for 16 locations
including retail and board hall serving 6000 students daily*
Responsible for managing food production, correcting food costs,
waste, and correcting labor hours* Served as the Information
Technology Coordinator; identified & troubleshot
hardware/software issues* Facilitated innovative and effective
training programs for managers in food production &
accountingKey Accomplishments and Contributions as the Food
Production Accounting Supervisor:
* Handled Accounts Payable for 16 locations including retail
unit generating 1.5million plus in sales* Successfully identified
and corrected food production and waste, payroll errors and time
clock malfunctions & streamlined the food production and
payroll reporting procedures which increased employee productivity,
satisfaction, & morale* Effectively reorganized the Accounts
Payable department, increasing operational efficiency
FOOD PRODUCTION MANAGER, Aramark, Inc, Tiffin, OH 2004 - 2008*
Responsible for managing food production, correcting food costs,
waste, and correcting labor hoursKey Accomplishments and
Contributions as the Food Production Manager for Aramark:
* Successfully increased bottom-line profit & employee
turnover while retainingemployees* Secured the renewal of key
contracts which dramatically increased annual company revenue
RETAIL MANAGER, Aramark, Inc. Tiffin, OH, 2002-2004Retail
Manager, Location Manager, Assistant Catering Director* Served as
the front-line manager of the retail operations on the college
campus and coordinated events; executed social events and secured
live music for thecollege events while securing student safety
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Key Accomplishments and Contributions as the Food Production and
Unit Manager:* Launched, redesigned, opened, and operated the
location which included a fullfood-service with a Starbucks and
retail store for the students to buy goods without having to leave
campus* Generated high profits in a secluded location, with a poor
location design, and a bad economy
ASSISTANT FOOD SERVICE MANAGER, Aramark Inc. Tiffin, OH,
1998-2002* Managed the Human Resources activities of the location;
screened and interviewed qualified and potential employment
candidates, made hiring decisions, facilitated training programs,
handled retention and relations activities, terminated employees as
necessary, and enforced company policies & procedures* Created,
monitored, and maintained budgets and profit and loss statements
andgenerated forecasts* Responsible for reviewing all catering
events, community events, and company eventsKey Accomplishments and
Contributions as the Assistant Service Manager:* Instrumental in
securing a new large account at the University of Cincinnati by
creating a full operating kitchen in the bottom of a parking garage
within only a 90 minute time period serving hot food
Additional Professional Experience: Regional Director of the
Hospitality and Food Service division of one of the most successful
and respected management consulting firms, C.J. Hegarty and Co. *
Instrumental in organizing a company hired by
the State of California to provide training and obtain locations
for the visually impaired. Consulted with IUS to create software
programs for the hospitalityand food service industry * Organized
and designed a new company in Las Vegas,Nevada which is now one of
the largest of its kind in Nevada, Passkey Systems *Catering
Manager for several family held venues in the Los Angeles CA area
including City Hall, LA County Court House and the Federal
Building* Onsite Manager for the LA Olympics Weight Lifting Venue *
Company cited by the Mayor of Los Angeles for commitment to
excellence in training and employing inner-city children for the
Olympics Weight Lifting VenueEDUCATION AND TRAINING
Business Accounting * Business Communications * Personal
Computing in the Workpl
ace * Organizational Development * Staff Communications * Public
Speaking * HR Training * Spanish * Behavior Modification
Computer and Technical Proficiencies: Microsoft Word, Excel,
Power Point * Photoshop * Microsoft Office Suite * Many Payroll and
Accounting Programs
Summary of Professional Highlights and Qualifications: Directed
on-site management of the Los Angeles Summer Olympics Weight
Lifting Venue * Held financial responsibility of accounts up to
$2.5 million dollars in sales * Supervised management staff for an
85-room hotel * Catered and managed the catering for the LA Lakers
World Championship Award Ceremony * Developed and instituted
Marketing Programs for a variety of companies utilizing the
Internet and the World Wide Web * Recipient of the EXCEPTIONAL
LEADERSHIP AWARD in Food Service and Hospitality pres
ented by Insight Learning Programs
Personal References Available Upon Request
