Dining Services Director | General Manager
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Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky with a passion for Food Service and Hospitality management. I have over 20 years of related experience that has allowed me to grow through employment with the University of Kentuckys Dining Services, a greater-Lexington area wedding and corporate business provider, and my current role with Bon Appetit as the Dining Services Director. It wouldn't be an introduction without acknowledging our Kentucky sports teams…Go Cats!
With 20+ years in the food and beverage and hospitality industry, I've developed expertise in customer relationship management, operational skills, team leadership. I'm passionate about building strong client relationships and expanding my professional network within the sectors below.
Current Vendor support: Sysco, Piazza, Universal Linen, Bryant’s Rentall, Covey Chase Farms (beef supplier), WhatChefWants, Pepsi, Vistar, UNFI, Tropical Nut and Fruit
2025 Food Allergy and Celiac Manager certification
Circle of Responsibility trained in identifying top9 allergens-kosher, seafood watch, gluten free containing ingredients, farm2fork, vegan and vegetarian labeling
DAWSO, BBP, and HAZOM trained
Compass programs: MyFinance, MyStaff, LMS, MyOrders, Origami Safety Portal, Waste Not, MyReports
My professional education has been significantly enhanced by 20+ years of direct operational experience. This practical, day-to-day engagement has provided me with a deep understanding of unit dynamics, employee management, and the intricacies of building efficient, high-performing teams.
