Kristin Elliott, Fmp
About Kristin Elliott, Fmp
Kristin Elliott serves as the General Manager at Yale University, bringing extensive expertise in renovation and design project development within the hospitality industry. With a background in dining services management and strategic planning, she focuses on enhancing dining experiences and fostering positive work environments.
Current Role at Yale University
Kristin Elliott serves as the General Manager at Yale University, a position she has held since 2009. In this role, she oversees various dining operations and initiatives, focusing on enhancing the dining experience for students and staff. Her extensive experience in the hospitality industry contributes to her strategic approach in managing dining services within an academic environment.
Expertise in Hospitality Renovation and Design
Kristin Elliott possesses expertise in renovation and design project development specifically within the hospitality industry. Her knowledge in this area allows her to effectively manage projects that enhance dining facilities, ensuring they meet the needs of diverse clientele while optimizing functionality and aesthetics.
Background in Dining Services Management
Elliott has a comprehensive background in dining services management, having worked in various roles at Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services from 2000 to 2004. Her positions included Dining Service Management, Director of Dining Services, and Director of Retail Operations, where she developed skills in food and equipment purchasing and operational efficiency.
Educational Qualifications
Kristin Elliott studied at Johnson & Wales University, where she earned an Associate's degree in Hotel Restaurant Management from 1986 to 1988. She furthered her education at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Workforce Education Development from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background supports her professional expertise in hospitality and dining services.
Strategic Planning and Team Empowerment
Elliott utilizes strategic creative planning to enhance dining experiences in healthcare and higher education settings. She specializes in union negotiation within the hospitality sector and focuses on creating a productive and positive work environment through empowerment and coaching, fostering team development and operational success.