Brenton Tout
Torquay,Devon
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in team supervision, strategic planning, and business development. Demonstrates leadership excellence through effective public speaking and staff motivation, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and health compliance. Proficient in supply chain management and optimisation, leveraging project management tools to enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in business networking and equipment maintenance, with a strong command of the Microsoft Office Suite. Committed to driving organisational success through innovative problem solving and strategic initiatives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General manager
Comcat
Kingskerswell, Devon
2021.11 - Current
- Fostered a high-performance culture, resulting in increased productivity.
- Achieved customer satisfaction with regular feedback and improvement sessions.
- Established successful partnerships with other companies for mutual growth.
- Led company-wide restructuring to streamline operations.
- Projects
- Captins Table Tighmouth £134,000 Full kitchen
- Viva Torquay £105,000 Full kitchen
- The Yacht Torquay £90,000 Full Kitchen
- The Bucket & Spade Shaldon £160,000 Full kitchen
Business developer project manager
Bartlett
Exeter, Devon
2020.01 - 2021.11
- Collaborated closely with product teams, optimising product offering.
- Developed new business strategies for improved client retention.
- Nurtured relationships with key stakeholders, improving company reputation.
- Improved profit margin by negotiating favourable contract terms with suppliers and partners.
- Projects:
• Exeter Chiefs sandy park 4 kitchens Project. £243,000
• Stone lodge school Dartford. BAM Construction. £98,000
• Abbey primary school in Wales. BAM Construction £68,000
• The Hyde Dendy Paignton £103,000
Sales Manager
IDS Catering
Weston-Super-Mare
2016.02 - 2019.09
• Business opportunities by identifying prospects
• Researching and analysing sales options
• Selling products by establishing contact and developing relationships with clients
• Answering queries
• Offering advice and introducing new products
• Cooking and demonstrating equipment.
Owner
Jades Coffee House
Torquay, Devon
2003.02 - 2016.05
Ensure the seamless running of the Cafe most efficiently and effectively deliver the highest possible service standards, whilst being proactive in maintaining and improving turnover and profitability.
• Protect the health, safety, and well-being of our customers and colleagues
Education
GCSEs - Math, English, Science, Geography
Westlands
Torquay 1988.09 - 1993.08
NVQ Level 3 - Catering and Hospitality
South Devon College
Torquay, Torbay 1993.09 - /1996
Skills
- Team supervision
- Strategic planning
- Business development
- Staff motivation
- Problem solving
- Safety regulations adherence
- Business networking
- Supply chain management
- Effective public speaking
- Leadership excellence
- Supply chain optimization
- Project management tools proficiency
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Microsoft Office Suite
Affiliations
- Computers, Swimming, Socialising with friends and family,
Timeline
General manager
Comcat
2021.11 - Current
Business developer project manager
Bartlett
2020.01 - 2021.11
Sales Manager
IDS Catering
2016.02 - 2019.09
Owner
Jades Coffee House
2003.02 - 2016.05
NVQ Level 3 - Catering and Hospitality
South Devon College
1993.09 - /1996
GCSEs - Math, English, Science, Geography
Westlands
1988.09 - 1993.08