Jeff Mann Email & Phone Number

Austin, Tx, Us

United States

Austin, Texas, United States

As the VP of Food & Beverage at Elevate Entertainment Group, I oversee comprehensive aspects of food and beverage operations, including menu innovation, supply chain management, and financial modeling. My role encompasses enhancing kitchen staff training, streamlining post-acquisition transitions, and optimizing supply chain operations. My strategic initiatives have led to significant operational efficiencies, cost savings, and enhanced product quality, positioning our brands prominently in the… Show more As the VP of Food & Beverage at Elevate Entertainment Group, I oversee comprehensive aspects of food and beverage operations, including menu innovation, supply chain management, and financial modeling. My role encompasses enhancing kitchen staff training, streamlining post-acquisition transitions, and optimizing supply chain operations. My strategic initiatives have led to significant operational efficiencies, cost savings, and enhanced product quality, positioning our brands prominently in the marketplace.My accomplishments within this role are following: • Implemented strategic solutions to operational inefficiencies, significantly streamlining business processes.• Led strategic planning sessions, setting clear goals and actionable strategies to exceed performance targets.• Negotiated favorable terms with major vendors, optimizing cost-efficiency and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Show less

Austin, Texas Area

In my tenure as VP of Culinary at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, I managed the innovation and supply chain for food and non-alcoholic beverages. My leadership in renegotiating key contracts and initiating partnerships for menu analysis aligned our offerings with consumer preferences, driving sales and operational excellence.My notable outcomes for this role include: • Achieved over $2.5M in cost savings through strategic contract renegotiations.• Led a comprehensive menu overhaul… Show more In my tenure as VP of Culinary at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, I managed the innovation and supply chain for food and non-alcoholic beverages. My leadership in renegotiating key contracts and initiating partnerships for menu analysis aligned our offerings with consumer preferences, driving sales and operational excellence.My notable outcomes for this role include: • Achieved over $2.5M in cost savings through strategic contract renegotiations.• Led a comprehensive menu overhaul, resulting in a tailored offering that significantly boosted sales.• Built and led a diversified culinary team, enhancing the brand’s market position and culinary capabilities. Show less

As Director of R&D at Brinker International, I spearheaded menu innovation and development, focusing on emerging food trends and quality consistency across locations. My efforts led to 19 consecutive quarters of positive sales growth and significant advancements in culinary leadership and innovation.Some of my key contributions are as follows:• Introduced the Classic Pasta category, revitalizing the menu and driving positive sales during an economic downturn.• Developed assistant… Show more As Director of R&D at Brinker International, I spearheaded menu innovation and development, focusing on emerging food trends and quality consistency across locations. My efforts led to 19 consecutive quarters of positive sales growth and significant advancements in culinary leadership and innovation.Some of my key contributions are as follows:• Introduced the Classic Pasta category, revitalizing the menu and driving positive sales during an economic downturn.• Developed assistant R&D Chefs into leadership roles, enhancing the team's innovation capacity.• Innovatively reduced the caloric content of classic dishes, achieving a high preference rate without compromising on taste or portion size. Show less