Matthew Cornelison
Chicago
Summary
Entrepreneurial managing partner with several years of experience in the restaurant industry. Adept at setting and meeting big-picture financial goals through day-to-day streamlining. Effective manager and team motivator with a commitment to excellent customer service.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
Texas roadhouse
Council Bluffs
11.2010 - Current
- Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
- Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
- Reviewed daily and overall financials to ensure profitability.
- Created a culture of growth by promoting 20+ people into management and key roles
- Held the standards for legendary food and service. Making sure the guest experience was number one at all times
- Drafted proposals outlining project objectives, timelines, costs.
- Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape solutions and approaches.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Fostered a culture of innovation, encouraging the development of new services and process improvements.
Service Manager
Spaghetti works
Omaha
01.2004 - 10.2010
- Led the recruitment and hiring process for new service department staff.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Motivated and supported employees to maintain low turnover.
- Created standard operating procedures for all service functions.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Developed strategies for improving customer experience through enhanced product features or improved processes.
Bar Manager
On The Boarder
Ft Worth
06.2001 - 02.2004
- Conducted weekly team meetings to discuss upcoming events, promotions and menu changes.
- Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
Education
BBA - Hospitality Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2002
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Project management
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Client relationship management
- Market analysis
- Process improvement
- Revenue growth
- Staff recruitment
- Business development expertise
- Marketing
Accomplishments
- Store of the year in 2019
- Multiple years of best Kitchen in the market 2013-2019, 2022-2024
- Lowest turnover 2024
- Sales growth for 12 straight years at an average of 12%
- Best front of house 2013,2014,2016,2019,2023
Timeline
Managing Partner
Texas roadhouse
11.2010 - Current
Service Manager
Spaghetti works
01.2004 - 10.2010
Bar Manager
On The Boarder
06.2001 - 02.2004
BBA - Hospitality Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Arlington