Mikel Bowyer

General Manager at Bricktown Brewery

Mikel Bowyer has extensive work experience in various roles within the food and hospitality industry. Mikel most recently served as the General Manager at Bricktown Brewery since May 2022, where they oversee the overall operations of the establishment. Prior to that, they worked as the Restaurant Manager at Bricktown Brewery since October 2021.

Before joining Bricktown Brewery, Bowyer was a Manager at Bonefish Grill from March 2019 to October 2021, responsible for managing the restaurant's daily operations.

Mikel also served as the Marketing Director at Woodbridge Home Exteriors, Inc. from July 2018 to May 2019. In this role, they focused on improving the customer experience by offering efficient exterior products and flexible payment options.

Bowyer had an entrepreneurial venture as the Owner of DinnerTime from February 2015 to February 2019. Mikel aimed to enhance food systems in Wichita and the surrounding area and actively participated in community projects.

Additionally, they worked as a Development Coach at The Rail Scratch Cocktails from February to November 2017, where they provided consultation and oversaw the transition of the restaurant.

Bowyer gained experience in management and operations as the Assistant General Manager at The Car Park from January to May 2017.

In 2015, Bowyer founded and served as the President of ICT Food Circle, a non-profit corporation that connected Wichitans with local farms and farmers through an online directory and information platform. Mikel held this role until May 2017.

Mikel also held management positions at Public at the Brickyard, overseeing shifts and ensuring guest satisfaction from June 2015 to July 2016.

Earlier in their career, Bowyer worked as an OSP Clerk at Impresa Aerospace, LLC. from May 2015 to January 2016, analyzing work orders and researching competitors' products.

Mikel started their career at Cracker Barrel, where they served as the General Manager from March 2010 to January 2015. During their tenure, they focused on improving teamwork, developing leadership strategies, and consistently increasing net income and sales.

Overall, Mikel Bowyer has a diverse range of experience in management, operations, marketing, and entrepreneurship within the food and hospitality industry.

Mikel Bowyer attended Wichita State University from 2002 to 2003, where they studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering. However, it is not known whether they obtained a degree during this time.

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Timeline

  • General Manager

    May, 2022 - present

  • Restaurant Manager

    October, 2021