Scott Gilkey: Vice President

Scott graduated from the University of Dayton, Ohio, with a B.S. in business administration, majoring in economics and finance. While attending college, Scott worked in various restaurants near campus and enjoyed his time “in the business” so much so that when he graduated from college he pursued a career in restaurant management.

In 1980 Scott joined Restaurants Unlimited Inc., an industry leader in operating brands best known for its excellent food quality and legendary hospitality, as a Sous Chef. During his 20-year tenure at RUI, he held positions as Executive Chef, Senior Director of Food and Beverage and Director of Operations. Scott helped design, open and operate more than 25 full-service restaurants, supporting the growth of the Palomino, Kincaid's Steak Chop and Fish House, Zoopa's and RUI's various bistro brands.

After leaving RUI he accepted a position as Vice President of Operations for Ruby's Diner, a Seattle franchise, and successfully ran the franchise for five years. Over the course of the last two years Scott has owned and operated a restaurant consulting firm in Seattle and has been with the VSAG team for more than a year.

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