Drew Holdiman

Multiple years of experience managing diverse food service operations in both healthcare and corporate settings with a proven record of productivity, quality and integrity. Strong analytical, organizational, management development and client relations skills coupled with solid business ethics and financial acumen. Energetic team leader, able to communicate effectively to coach, develop, motivate and influence the behaviors of others to achieve organizational and personal goals.

General Manager | Compass Group, Healthcare Culinary Group @ Northeast Georgia Medical Center | Oct 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year)

• Leveraged expertise in budgeting, construction planning, and pre-construction to enhance operational efficiency.
• Utilized project management skills to oversee various initiatives, driving process improvement.
• Applied coaching, problem-solving, and analytical skills within a lean thinking framework to optimize team performance.
• Managed event logistics and planning to ensure seamless execution of various operations.

Director of Dining Services | Compass Group, Healthcare Culinary Group @ Northeast Georgia Medical Center | Jun 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 yrs 4 mos)

• Oversaw dining services, utilizing budgeting, and event management skills to maintain high standards.
• Implemented construction planning and pre-construction strategies to enhance facility capabilities.
• Led project management initiatives, resulting in process improvements across dining operations.
• Employed coaching, problem-solving, and analytical skills to foster a culture of continuous improvement and lean thinking.

Executive Chef | Compass Group, Healthcare Culinary Group @ Northeast Georgia Medical Center | May 2018 - May 2021 (3 yrs 1 mo)

• Managed culinary operations, utilizing budgeting, event management, and pre-construction planning skills.
• Provided coaching and leadership to the culinary team, enhancing problem-solving capabilities.

Executive Chef | ClubCorp | Mar 2014 - May 2018 (4 yrs 3 mos) | Greater Atlanta Area

• Led culinary operations at a ClubCorp location, managing budgets, and overseeing event planning.
• Provided coaching and mentorship to kitchen staff, enhancing problem-solving abilities.

Corporate Executive Chef | Kroger | Jun 2010 - Mar 2014 (3 yrs 10 mos) | Atlanta Metropolitan Area

• Oversaw culinary direction at a corporate level.

Chef | di Paolo Restaurant | Jan 2010 - Jun 2010 (6 mos) | Alpharetta, GA

• Gained practical culinary experience during an internship.

Sous Chef | 5 Seasons Brewery | Nov 2008 - Jan 2010 (1 yr 3 mos)

• Supported kitchen operations and honed culinary skills.

General Manager | The Mad Italian | Nov 2005 - Nov 2008 (3 yrs 1 mo) | Marietta, GA

• Managed all aspects of restaurant operations.

Assistant Manager | Caribou Coffee | May 2002 - Nov 2005 (3 yrs 7 mos) | Atlanta Metropolitan Area

• Developed foundational management skills in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Skills:

• Budgeting
• Construction Planning
• Event Management
• Project Management
• Coaching
• Process Improvement
• Pre-Construction
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Lean Thinking
• Culinary Expertise
• Leadership
• Team Management
• Operations Management

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, AtlantaLe Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Atlanta

Bachelors degree in culinary management & Associate of Arts and Sciences , Culinary Arts and Related Services