Black Bear Diner
Art Kilmer is a seasoned executive with over three decades of experience in the restaurant industry, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Black Bear Diner since August 2024. Prior to this role, Art held various leadership positions at P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc., including Chief Operating Officer, where responsibilities encompassed marketing, culinary innovation, and operations services. As Regional Vice President, Art successfully managed 65 restaurants across 16 states, emphasizing financial performance and guest satisfaction. Earlier experience includes significant roles at Steak and Ale Restaurants, where Art developed the first franchise program and directed operations for multiple locations. Art holds a Bachelor of Arts in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Shepherd University.
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Black Bear Diner
Founded in Mt. Shasta, California, in 1995, Black Bear Diner is a place where anyone can enjoy good food and good times in a place that feels like home. Black Bear Diner serves up hearty portions of classic house-made comfort food in the inviting atmosphere of a mountain cabin. And we’ve made so many friends along the way that the franchise has grown to 156 locations in 14 states and been consistently ranked as one of the smartest growing brands in the restaurant industry. If you want to know more, stop by and see us at blackbeardiner.com. And if you want to join the family, visit https://blackbeardinerfranchise.com or https://blackbeardiner.com/careers/.