We’re growin’ + growin’, y’all, and we’re thrilled to introduce our newest member to the Puckett’s family Greg Hargest, the new general manager at Puckett’s Boat House!
Greg’s an industry veteran, with nearly 25 years of experience in the restaurant business. In his new role, he’ll be leadin’ the daily operations of the Boat House, including mentoring the staff and continuing to get to know our wonderful customers.
We sat down with Greg and asked him the hard-hitting questions so we can get to know the man behind face. Read on to learn a little more about Greg!
Q: What’s your role at the Boat House now?
I am now the general manager.
Q: What were you doing before you joined the Puckett’s family?
I was general manager at Panera Bread.
Q: You’ve been in the restaurant industry a long time (almost 25 years!) What’s your favorite part about working in a restaurant?
Getting to meet so many new and interesting people everyday.
Q: What’s your favorite Puckett’s dish?
Everything is so good, but I find myself eating po’ boys more than anything else.
Q: What do you like to cook in your own kitchen?
My wife says I make a mean steak.
Q: Where can people typically find you on your day off?
I like sports and love to play golf. I also just joined a rec. tennis league.
Q: Who’s your favorite artist/band to listen to on the way to work?
Everyone says this, but I love all music. If you made me pick however, I would say any classic rock.
Q: What do you love most about being Franklin?
It’s one of the best places I’ve ever lived and I’m an Army brat so that says something. The people are all so friendly and it is so beautiful.
Q: What’s an interesting fact about you that might surprise people?
I have dabbled in flipping houses with a friend for the last five years.
Q: And lastly, what are you most looking forward to in your new role at the Boat House?
To continue spreading the word about how great the boathouse is and getting to watch it grow.
Y’all be sure to pop into the Boat House next chance you get and introduce yourself to Greg!