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Kevin Johnson

@kevinjohnson1

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Operations leader with 15+ years driving multi-unit growth, profitability, and team development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior operations role where I can drive sustainable growth, optimize performance, mentor leaders, and build strong organizational culture.

I am an operations and hospitality leader with over 15 years of experience building high-performing teams and driving measurable revenue growth across multi-unit restaurant operations and my own small businesses.

I founded and ran two businesses—one cafe achieving $300K in annual sales with notable media recognition, and a reupholstery service delivering repeat client relationships through hands-on operations management and customized solutions.

As Senior General Manager at a flagship Cheesecake Factory location, I directed a $12M+ site, supported six additional restaurants in a $60M market, grew sales 20% within two years, and developed multiple managers into senior leadership roles.

I am known for operational excellence, community engagement, and leadership development, presenting nationally on financials and service and earning several company and humanitarian awards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Owner

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Fresh Seat Restaurant Upholstery

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 10 months)

Founded and managed an on-site reupholstery business, overseeing business development, service delivery, and client maintenance programs to drive repeat business and long-term relationships.

Business Development Operations Management Client Relations Service Delivery Pricing Vendor Management

Owner

Roots Cafe

Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)

Built and operated a farm-to-table café generating $300K annual sales, created locally sourced menus, and grew customer engagement and social media following driving brand recognition.

Restaurant Operations Menu Development Sourcing Revenue Growth Marketing Social Media Management Customer Engagement P&L management

Senior General Manager

The Cheesecake Factory

Jan 2004 - Jan 2018 (14 years)

Directed operations for a flagship location generating $12M+ annual revenue and supported six additional restaurants in a $60M market, increasing location sales 20% within two years and exceeding P&L goals.

P&L management Sales Growth Community Relations Public Speaking