Bryan Bird
949 4e Avenue, Ile Bizard,QC
Summary
Adept at driving operational excellence and team leadership, I significantly enhanced business growth and efficiency at Sircorp. Leveraging skills in operations management and talent development, I championed initiatives that boosted profitability and fostered a collaborative culture, ensuring high standards in customer engagement and cost control.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Sircorp
04.2015 - Current
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
Kitchen Manager
Sircorp
06.2006 - 04.2016
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Sircorp
07.2001 - 05.2006
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Implemented effective cross-training initiatives among staff members to improve overall versatility in fulfilling various roles as needed throughout service periods.
- Reduced food waste by diligently monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Ensured proper equipment maintenance, scheduling repairs as needed for optimal functionality within the kitchen space.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication, constructive feedback, and mutual respect among team members.
- Assisted in hiring and training new kitchen staff, fostering a positive team atmosphere for efficient productivity.
Sous Chef
Planet Hollywood
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Reduced staff turnover rates through effective communication skills, creating a supportive work atmosphere for all team members.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Assisted in budget planning and cost management efforts, helping the establishment maintain profitability without sacrificing quality or service standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Arts -
John Abbott College
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, None1994
P.C.H.S
Pierrefonds, QC1991
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Operations Management
- Cost Control
- Labor Management
- Customer Engagement
- Talent Development
- Budget Planning
- Food Service Background
- Business operations expertise
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- General manager council member 2018-2020
- Kitchen manager council member 2012-2015
- Corporate culinary trainer 2011-2016
- 2014 restaurant of the year(sircorp)
- 2018 GM of the year nominee(sircorp)
- 2018 restaurant of the year nominee(sircorp)
- 2006 Kitchen manager of the year(sircorp)
Timeline
General Manager
Sircorp
04.2015 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Sircorp
06.2006 - 04.2016
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Sircorp
07.2001 - 05.2006
Sous Chef
Planet Hollywood
Bachelor Of Applied Arts -
John Abbott College
P.C.H.S
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