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Travis Whitmore

@traviswhitmore

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Motivated management professional with over 15 years of experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration and innovation, where I can leverage my experience to enhance dining services and contribute to a positive organizational culture.

I am a motivated management professional with over 15 years of experience in higher education dining and auxiliary services. My holistic approach to organizational success has allowed me to build and lead high-performing teams while ensuring exceptional service standards across complex structures. I have a proven track record of influencing cross-functional collaboration and implementing effective changes that align with organizational goals.

In my current role as Director of Dining Services at SUNY Cobleskill, I oversee the service of over 2,500 meals daily across five dining concepts. My leadership has contributed to our dining program achieving a NICHE ranking of #16 Best College Food in New York for four consecutive years. I have also developed annual budgets for a dining program with revenue exceeding $4 million, demonstrating my ability to manage resources effectively while maintaining high service quality.

Throughout my career, I have successfully navigated challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, streamlining procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce labor costs. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my participation in various negotiations and RFP searches, always aiming to improve services and reduce costs for students. I am passionate about creating dining experiences that not only meet but exceed the expectations of our community.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director of Dining Services

Current

SUNY Cobleskill Auxiliary Services, Inc.

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Oversaw service of over 2,500 meals daily across five dining concepts, achieving a NICHE ranking of #16 Best College Food for 4-Year schools in New York. Developed annual budgets for a dining program with revenue exceeding $4 million.

Budget Management Dining Services Compliance Team Leadership Microsoft Excel Eatec Campus Dining Service

Food and Beverage Director

SUNY Cobleskill Auxiliary Services, Inc.

Jun 2017 - Present (8 years)

Managed the campus card office through COVID-19, streamlining procedures to increase efficiency and reduce labor. Developed a new meal plan structure that provided additional flexibility for students while preserving a larger percentage of meal plan revenue.

Campus Card Management Meal Planning Contract Negotiation Personnel Management Atrium

Retail Manager

SUNY Cobleskill Auxiliary Services, Inc.

Jun 2015 - Present (10 years)

Separated Prentice satellite units into individual revenue centers to expand variety and develop operations into destination dining locations. Maintained price consistency of like items across à la carte dining, college store, and vending.

Micros 9700 Revenue Management Price Consistency Contract Negotiation Canva Micros 3700

Unit Manager – Prentice Hall

SUNY Cobleskill Auxiliary Services, Inc.

Jun 2011 - Present (14 years)

Oversaw day-to-day operations of Prentice Hall dining, serving over 1,100 meals daily, and managed two café satellite locations. Interviewed, hired, and trained potential candidates and employees, conducting 30+ annual employee evaluations.

Operations Management Staff Training Catertrax Paylocity

Catering Supervisor

Aramark/Sodexo

Aug 2009 - Present (15 years 10 months)

Transported, set up, supervised, disassembled, and cleaned both on and off-campus catering events. Functioned as front-of-house supervisor in residential dining when not catering.

Inventory Management Team Collaboration PRIMA Inventory Management System

Student Leader

Faculty Student Association

Aug 2007 - Present (17 years 10 months)

Performed service checks on food stations to ensure food quality and assisted at each station as necessary. Ensured operation closed properly in accordance with nightly cleaning duties per standard operating procedures.

Station Management Customer Service Standard Operating Procedures