Daniel Turney is an experienced restaurant operations leader seeking an encore career where he can contribute to sales, business development, team growth or training. He has over 20 years of experience in various leadership roles in the restaurant industry, including as an Area Manager, Operations Manager, Director of Training, and Director of Operations. He has a strong record of developing people and teams, and consistently achieving top results in sales and profit building. He is authorized to work in the US for any employer and enjoys the challenges of contributing to success.
1. Daniel Turney
Experienced Restaurant Leader seeking Encore Career
Strongsville, OH 44149
dturney@live.com - 440.732.6043
Previously -Restaurant Operations Leader
Retired young from a successful career in the restaurant industry in operations and training. Possessing a
solid record in people development as well as Sales and Profit Building. Talented Coach and Team Leader
who consistently achieved top results. Able to lead Restaurant Management well at all levels.
Currently looking for an 'encore career' where I can contribute to sales, focus on business development, team
growth or training. I am very flexible with regard to almost every aspect of employment.
I enjoy the challenges of contributing to success.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Area Manager / Field Training Manager
Star Partner Enterprises - Cleveland, OH - March 2010 to January 2016
Responsible for recruitment, training and operations of quick service locations in two markets- Cleveland &
Syracuse
• Hired, trained and coached management teams to meet all brand standards.
• Maintained equipment and buildings within budget
• Had Budget and P&L accountability - In Area Manager role
• Marketing Plan execution - Spirited approach to the business
• Guest Relations and Sales Building- Hospitality focus
Operations Manager
Premier Restaurant Management - Cleveland, OH - March 2007 to March 2009
Multiple locations-Florida
• Achieved more successful operations by driving the basics through training
• Developed Coaching Plans for Above Restaurant Team
• Improved Management mindset to positive and aggressive-Success Focused
• Improved Profit by 1.3% in 12 months by focusing on serving fresh food and reducing waste in food and labor
Director of Training/Recruitment
Premier Restaurant Management Co - Cleveland, OH - March 2001 to March 2007
Designed and executed training programs for 63 locations in two states
• Wrote classroom presentations to address training needs
• Organized and delivered training to management teams
• Wrote training and sales building programs for teams at all locations
• Designed and implemented hiring/training structure for management, both internal and external
Director of Operations
Premier Restaurant Management - Cleveland, OH - July 1999 to March 2001
28 Locations - Ohio
• Responsible for Goal Setting and Results of 4 Area Managers
• Team achieved impressive improvements in sales and profits with a shared focus on cost controls and training
2. • Implemented facility reviews resulting in improved, consistent customer experiences and sales gains
EDUCATION
Business Management
Cleveland State University ● - Cleveland, OH
1974 to 1977
Business Management
Bowling Green State University ● - Bowling Green, OH
1972 to 1974
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Director of Training
• Director of Operations
• Operations Manager
• Budget and Sales analysis and planning
• Building and maintaining successful, goal focused teams
• Exceeding corporate operations standards
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Genuine Desire to see our Teams excel
• Opened 12 new locations