David Falzo
Scottsdale
Summary
Professional business leader with extensive experience in driving growth and leading high-performing teams. Demonstrates strong ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver impactful results. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Track record of optimizing operational processes and enhancing performance. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Partner
Raising Canes
11.2016 - Current
- Certified Training Restaurant since 2020. Developed over 100 MIT's including 15 BU team members and 3 regional leaders.
- Restaurant Partner since 2021. I have continued to build brand recognition and customer loyalty by delivering high quality product, exceptional operations and best in class customer service over time.
- Restaurant Advisory Council in 2024.
- Achieved consistent growth with positive SRC YOY thru planning, execution and leveraging of my Business Unit Team with creative initiatives and ideas at my Restaurant.
- Continually increasing revenue through efficient oversight on COG's, waste, labor deployment and increased productivity and effeciency.
- Fostered and cultivated a strong restaurant culture. Built a team of motivated managers and crew by providing ongoing training, mentorship and development opportunities.
Multi Unit Manager
Panera Bread
04.2008 - 09.2016
- Joint Venture General Manager for 6 years. Successfully opened 3 NRO's. Directed 5 locations as a general manager. Operated one of our companies Top 5 cafes in sales volume.
- Peer leadership award winner 2014, emerging talent group with Panera Bread.
- Overseen and lead 8 cafe's in Central Connecticut with an average AUV of 3.4M.
- Lead and inspired a team of 42 managers, promoting a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth and development.
- Developed strong teams within each unit through effective recruitment, coaching, and mentoring efforts.
Chef Partner
Buca Di Beppo
03.2001 - 04.2008
Aviation Maintenance Administrator
United States Marine Corps
02.1997 - 02.2001
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05-2003
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership Development
- Strong Communication
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Performance Management
- Compliance Adherence
- Operational Effeciency
Timeline
Restaurant Partner
Raising Canes
11.2016 - Current
Multi Unit Manager
Panera Bread
04.2008 - 09.2016
Chef Partner
Buca Di Beppo
03.2001 - 04.2008
Aviation Maintenance Administrator
United States Marine Corps
02.1997 - 02.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
Hudson Valley Community College
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