Kunj Dodhiya
RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER
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About
Results-driven hospitality leader with 6+ years of experience managing high-volume franchised restaurants and multi-unit operations. Proven expertise in full P&L management, cost control, staff leadership, and operational efficiency. Recognized for driving sales growth, improving profitability, and building high-performing teams while maintaining strict brand and compliance standards.
Experience
General Manager - St. Louis Bar & Grill - Fredericton, NB
(2024-01)
- Lead daily operations of a high-volume franchised restaurant while ensuring full compliance with corporate brand standards.
- Manage full P&L including food cost, labor cost, inventory, and profitability targets.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and lead a team of 30+ employees.
- Improve operational efficiency through inventory audits, waste reduction, and cost control strategies.
- Execute corporate promotions, menu rollouts, and operational initiatives.
- Monitor sales reports and KPIs to identify growth opportunities and improve performance.
General Manager - 3 Brasseurs - Toronto, ON
(2023-07 - 2023-12)
- Managed daily restaurant operations including staffing, service standards, and financial performance.
- Oversaw budgeting, cost management, and financial analysis to improve profitability.
- Led employee training, development, and performance management.
- Strengthened guest satisfaction and loyalty through service excellence and issue resolution.
Multi-Unit General Manager - Boston Pizza - Toronto, ON
(2021-11 - 2023-07)
- Directed operations across multiple restaurant locations within the region.
- Provided leadership and coaching to restaurant managers and teams.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and regional financial performance.
- Implemented standardized procedures and ensured regulatory compliance.
General Manager - Lone Star Texas Grill - London, ON
(2019-09 - 2021-11)
- Managed all restaurant operations including staffing, service, and financial performance.
- Implemented strategies to increase sales, reduce costs, and improve guest experience.
- Managed supplier relationships and negotiated contracts to optimize purchasing costs.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management - Fanshawe College
Diploma - Hospitality & Travel Management (Aviation) - Frankfinn Institute