Scott Russell
About Scott Russell
Scott Russell serves as the General Manager at K1 Speed in Carlsbad, where he has worked since 2015. He has a diverse background in restaurant and hospitality management, including roles at Darden, Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa, and King's Seafood Company.
Current Role at K1 Speed
Scott Russell has served as the General Manager at K1 Speed since 2015. In this role, he oversees operations at a high-volume indoor kart racing facility in Carlsbad. His responsibilities include driving sales goals, controlling budgets, and ensuring compliance with company policies. He implements systems that optimize productivity and enhance customer satisfaction. Additionally, he conducts on-site inspections and manages labor to maintain quality assurance and deliver great customer service.
Previous Experience in the Hospitality Industry
Before joining K1 Speed, Scott Russell held several managerial positions in the hospitality sector. He worked as the Restaurant Director at Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa from 2007 to 2010, managing the Twenty/20 Grill and Wine Bar. Prior to that, he was a Senior Manager at King's Seafood Company from 2010 to 2013. His career also includes a role as Operations/Service Manager at Darden, specifically at Olive Garden Restaurants in Austin, Texas, from 2005 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Scott Russell studied at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM), where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Service Sector Management from 1996 to 1998. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his management roles within the hospitality and entertainment industries.
Management Experience at JC Resorts
Scott Russell worked as the General Manager for Veranda Operations at JC Resorts from 2003 to 2005. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing operations at the Rancho Bernardo Inn. His experience in this role contributed to his extensive background in managing food and beverage requisitions and ensuring compliance with operational standards.