Jeremy J. DeBlieux 3708 Lake Lynn Drive, Gretna, LA 70056 (504) 782-2263 jjdeblieux57@gmail.comObjectiveTo utilize over 30 years experience in a challenging position with a small to medium sized company.QualificationsMore than 30 years experience in the hospitality industry, beginning as an hourly employee and culminating as a Director with a regional restaurant chain. Prior responsibilities have included project management of 10 full service restaurant openings as well as operational oversight and direction of high volume, full service restaurants. Strong leadership as well as an attention to detail has consistently been a trademark. In two instances, has been an integral part of an upper management team growing from one or two locations to many. Having been part of these processes has afforded me a unique skill set from a teambuilding as well as an organizational standpoint.Work HistoryDirector of Business DevelopmentAcme Management Group, LLCMetairie, LA2004 – 2021Responsible for expanding an iconic regional brand. Duties included market identification, site selection, lease negotiation, design, and construction oversight. Opened six locations while being responsible for all opening budgets and proforma models.Operations DirectorAcme Management Group, LLCMetairie, LA2001 – 2003Responsible for operations of four locations totaling over $16M in sales. Highlights include standardizing operations across all locations, implementing computerized inventory systems and increasing profit by reducing expenses and increasing sales.Regional ManagerDick’s Last Resort Management Company Dallas, Texas1988 – 2000Operational oversight of four full-service locations in four separate major markets with sales in excess of $20M. Highlights include opening five locations providing operational and construction oversight and leadership.EducationBachelor of ScienceHotel Restaurant & TourismUniversity of New OrleansAssociationsFrench Quarter Business Association – Board Member – Past President (2006-2021)French Quarter Management District – Board Commissioner – Treasurer (2011-2021)New Orleans Oyster Festival – Board Member – Past President (2013-2021)References Available upon request
