Kalkidan Mitku
About Kalkidan Mitku
Kalkidan Mitku is a District Leader at &pizza, with a background in human resources management and entrepreneurship. He has held various management positions in the restaurant industry, including roles at Panera Bread and Le Pain Quotidien.
Current Role at &pizza
Kalkidan Mitku serves as a District Leader at &pizza, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees operations and management within the Washington D.C. Metro Area. His responsibilities include ensuring the effective implementation of company policies and enhancing customer experience across multiple locations.
Previous Experience at Panera Bread
Before joining &pizza, Kalkidan Mitku worked at Panera Bread as the Joint Venture Training General Manager from 2010 to 2015. During his five years in this role, he was based in Alexandria, Virginia, where he focused on training and development initiatives to improve operational efficiency and staff performance.
Experience at Le Pain Quotidien
Kalkidan Mitku held several positions at Le Pain Quotidien, including District Manager for six months in 2018 within the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He also served as Regional Learning & Development Manager from 2016 to 2018, covering the Mid-Atlantic, Chicago, and Miami regions. Additionally, he worked as General Manager for one year from 2015 to 2016 in Washington D.C.
Education in Human Resources Management
Kalkidan Mitku earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management and Entrepreneurship from Strayer University. His studies spanned from 2016 to 2021, equipping him with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective management and organizational development.