Robert Kabakoff Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois

Following a successful career leading to roles at Executive Chef level, I founded my own consultancy group to develop my own business interests and advisory skills further. I currently manage and maintain six successful partnerships across four states (Washington DC, Mobile AL, Chicago IL, Cedar Rapids IA), demonstrating my business acumen, operational capacity and organizational skill. I crafted and launched a new burger platform for Eat Brgz, rolled out in Washington DC, which won the vote… Show more Following a successful career leading to roles at Executive Chef level, I founded my own consultancy group to develop my own business interests and advisory skills further. I currently manage and maintain six successful partnerships across four states (Washington DC, Mobile AL, Chicago IL, Cedar Rapids IA), demonstrating my business acumen, operational capacity and organizational skill. I crafted and launched a new burger platform for Eat Brgz, rolled out in Washington DC, which won the vote for ‘Best Burger in DC’ in 2020. Recently just co founded and opened Krafted Burger Bar and Tap in partnership Craveworthy Brands. Show less

Supporting military veterans, no kill animal shelters and people with special needs.We do very special things for very special people all over the world.www.prfoundation.net

Chicago, Illinois, United States

PAWS Chicago is a national model in animal sheltering, committed to bringing an end to the killing of homeless cats and dogs.

Hyde Park, New York, United States

And former Alumni Board Chair

Generating extensive new business for this small chain through opening additional units and developing USPs such as a Gluten Free menu. I added value to the group and significantly improved the growth of individual restaurants within the chain. Taking the lead on elements such as Kitchen Management and Contract Management, I was able to reduce overall costs by over 5%, and ensure greater efficiencies to generate an increase in profit.

Chicago Illinois

Venturing into the sole ownership of my flagship establishment, I developed and implemented the concept for Zydeko including the planning, procurement, branding, recruitment and training for the 50-cover restaurant and cocktail bar. I was rewarded with a highly successful launch and a profitable business venture.