Jay Gorham Email & Phone Number

I am a senior manager with more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality, multi-unit food service industry. I have diverse experience in managing operations, culinary programs, developing client relationships, new business development, project management and quality initiatives. I am a skillful developer of people. • Full responsibility for operations up to $1.5 M • Multi-unit operations experience encompassing over 45 locations across the nation • Business Development –program, new sales, vertical expansion and retention • Strong project management skill – from initial planning to project close-out • Strategic Planning & Execution • Organizational Systems Integration • Financial and Operational Systems Management • Experienced at providing innovative and strategic solutions to client needs Multifaceted, passionate and highly driven food & beverage professional that utilizes excellent business skills with integrity and hands on approach to create sustainable solutions and positive long term results. Ability to rapidly achieve organizational integration, assimilate key organizational challenges and obstacles while introducing new ideas, concepts and methods to enhance quality and guest experiences. Fuels team results by encouraging, recognizing and identifying best practices and individual results. Leveraged ability to recognize and capitalize on consumer trends to impact bottom-line through strategic planning and execution, market research and leadership accountability. Clear understanding of FDA/ OSHA/ USDA guidelines. Strong emphasis on safety in the workplace driving a "No One Gets Hurt" environment.

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  Executive Chef

  Aramark

  Nov 1999 - Present

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  University Of Wisconsin-Stout

  Hotel And Restaurant Management