Kathleen Grimes
About Kathleen Grimes
Kathleen Grimes serves as the General Manager at honeygrow, where she emphasizes a welcoming culture and individualized development. With extensive experience in hospitality management, she has held various roles at notable establishments, including Zoes Kitchen and HipCityVeg.
Current Role at honeygrow
Kathleen Grimes serves as the General Manager at honeygrow, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating a welcoming culture and fostering individualized development within her team. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and a positive work environment, which aligns with honeygrow's mission of promoting healthy, local food.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Management
Kathleen Grimes has extensive experience in the hospitality industry. She worked as the General Manager at Zoes Kitchen from 2017 to 2020, following her role as Assistant General Manager there from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she served as Assistant General Manager at HipCityVeg for nine months in 2020-2021 and held a similar position at Le Pain Quotidien from 2014 to 2016. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of restaurant operations.
Educational Background and Sommelier Certification
Kathleen Grimes studied at the University of Delaware, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education at the Wine School of Philadelphia, achieving Certified Sommelier: Level 2 in 2020. This certification reflects her commitment to wine education, which she pursues alongside her professional career.
Early Career in Hospitality
Kathleen Grimes began her career in hospitality with various roles that laid the foundation for her management expertise. She worked as a Server at Shannondell At Valley Forge from 2008 to 2010 and at Hilton Garden Inn in 2013. Additionally, she served as a Hostess at The Club at Shannondell & Chadwick's Restaurant/Bar in 2011 and 2012. These early experiences contributed to her understanding of customer service and restaurant operations.
Personal Interests and Strengths
In her personal life, Kathleen Grimes enjoys swing dancing, which reflects her appreciation for community and connection. According to the Gallup Strengths Finder, her top strengths include Harmony, Responsibility, Empathy, Connectedness, and Individualization. These strengths inform her approach to leadership and team development in her professional role.