MIKE MAXWELL
Michael's management credo is "teach people how to do their
jobs…then let them do it". This philosophy has earned
Mike a solid reputation as a master of people development and has
been the driving force behind his success. Michael's body of
work includes holding positions in training, management and
multi-unit leadership at Rio Bravo/Chevy's, Rare Hospitality,
Metrotainment Cafes, and Peasant Restaurants. Michael was
also an Operating Partner with eatZi's Market and Bakery, a General
Manager with Concentrics Restaurant Group and the Opening General
Manager at South City Kitchen in Atlanta. This 28-year span of
experience, from kitchen manager to area director and regional
director of training, has provided Michael with a strong leadership
foundation that gets results. His passion for the restaurant
industry developed while earning his degree in Industrial
Engineering from Southern Technical Institute. During that time he
discovered his zeal for the restaurant industry while working as a
line cook at Peasant Restaurants. Upon graduating he decided to
pursue a career in restaurants - a career that has included opening
more than 15 restaurants, developing and implementing countless
training programs, and establishing continuing education programs
for both hourly employees and managers. Michael is also adept
at defining the culture of an organization and solidifying that
culture throughout the business.
