Dustin Rixey

Background

About Dustin Rixey

As an Executive Chef & Food Service Management Solutions Provider, I am known for my leadership swastetrength and operations acumen in multiple dining environments, from upscale retail to fine-dining. I have led through two acquisitions and drove the restaurant from a business perspective, bringing expenses down through wise purchasing decisions and managing inventory levels to prevent loss and reduce. In addition, productivity levels were maximized, controlling labor costs and reaching bottom-line goals, resulting in the sale of the restaurant to the highest bidder. My core leadership strength is utilizing my blend of building solid relationships, thinking ahead, anticipating needs, and delivering consistent business results. In addition, my love of a good challenge, positive attitude, and competitive spirit drives me to do whatever it takes to succeed. I have a passion for delivering an exceptional customer experience and make this happen by building and managing high-performance teams, ensuring a culture where innovation thrives, and focusing on quality service, staff development, cost control, and continuous process improvement initiatives. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: Reduced food costs by 7% and bolstered revenue by $1M, working directly with the team to highlight the importance of productivity and waste prevention. Built relationships with corporate partners and local farm and ranch vendors, steering discussions on menu development, ordering, and planning for the availability of seasonal ingredients. Negotiated favorable pricing and payment terms for local and nationwide suppliers, up-leveling food quality and company profitability. Prepared and cooked classic French Italian American fusion cuisine in an exhibition-style kitchen serving up to 500 guests on a nightly basis. Managed the closing of a restaurant through the Covid-19 pandemic, handling all aspects of Food & Beverage while assisting other company-owned locations. Core Leadership Competencies: Food Service Excellence | Operations Management | P&L Administration | Revenue & Profit Optimization | Regulatory Compliance | Strategic Planning | Menu Development | Cost Containment | Vendor Relations | Event Management | Change Management | Project Management | Creative & Complex Problem Solving | Emotional Intelligence