Carol Ott
About Carol Ott
Carol Ott serves as the General Manager at honeygrow in New Brunswick, New Jersey, a position she has held since 2021. Her extensive experience in the restaurant industry includes roles at various establishments such as Hook & Reel, TGI Fridays, Chili's, Chick-fil-A, Villa Restaurant Group, and Joe's Crab Shack.
Current Role at honeygrow
Carol Ott serves as the General Manager at honeygrow, a position she has held since 2021. She operates out of the New Brunswick, New Jersey location. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality service, and managing staff to maintain the company's standards.
Previous Experience at Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood Restaurant & Bar
Before joining honeygrow, Carol worked at Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood Restaurant & Bar as the Regional Operations Director and Head of Training from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure in Yonkers, New York, she focused on operational efficiency and staff training.
Background in Restaurant Management at TGI Fridays
Carol's career in restaurant management began at TGI Fridays, where she worked for six years from 2004 to 2010. She held multiple positions, including Assistant General Manager, Bar Manager, Kitchen Manager, Server Manager, and Training Manager across various locations in Central New Jersey.
Experience at Chili's
From 2015 to 2019, Carol served as the Managing Partner at Chili's in Freehold, New Jersey. In this role, she was responsible for the overall management of the restaurant, including staff supervision and operational oversight.
Role at Chick-fil-A Franchise
In 2021, Carol worked as the Director of Quality & Culture at a Chick-fil-A franchise in Hazlet, New Jersey. Her role lasted for seven months, during which she focused on maintaining quality standards and fostering a positive workplace culture.