Team

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Collin Winterberg joined Cameron Mitchell Restaurants (CMR) in 2015. After receiving his degree in Business Marketing and Sports Business from Florida State University, and with encouragement from his mother and grandmother, both hospitality veterans, Collin applied as a Server Assistant at Ocean Prime in Tampa, Florida.

Looking to grow his career, Collin learned and worked several positions at Ocean Prime before being promoted to Dining Room Manager and soon after, Beverage Manager. During this time, Collin became a true ambassador of the CMR culture. His favorite thing about working at CMR has been the commitment of elevating hospitality standards and the support of his teammates, family, and friends each time he enters the doors of the restaurant. Promoted to General Manager of Prime Social in 2023, Collin is excited to continue to embrace the culture, elevate expectations, and support the growth of their team.

Believing that hospitality is for everyone, the best advice Collin can give those interested in pursuing a career in the industry is to embrace the unpredictability and having love for the hustle and grind. New challenges and conversations keep every day interesting and entertaining. When asked about the greatest lesson learned in his own professional career, Collin remembers what his father shared with him. Teaching him that we spend a third of our lives working, Collin’s father encouraged him to find something he really enjoys doing, which he has found at CMR.

Outside of the restaurant, you can find Collin watching sports, playing soccer, enjoying a round of golf or adding a new bottle of wine to his growing collection.

Chef Michael Ruiz brought his culinary expertise to Cameron Mitchell Restaurants (CMR) in 2022. While working part-time in the kitchen as a college student at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Chef Michael discovered his passion for the hospitality industry and sparked his career. After joining the team at Prime Social, he was quickly promoted to Executive Chef in 2023 and delivers Genuine Hospitality to our guests.

Since joining the CMR team, Chef Michael’s favorite thing has become the culture embraced by the company. Chef Michael believes the CMR thrives because of a culture that brings unity within the restaurants. Chef Michael considers honesty as the key to success and has been vital to creating a career in the industry. Additionally, creating relationships with genuine kindness is the key to making Raving Fans of everyone you interact with. Michael believes that just a smile can make a difference in someone’s life and having that ability to make a difference with a simple action is special. He encourages aspiring culinarians to act with integrity, compassion, and to smile more!

Outside of the kitchen you can find Chef Michael spending time with his dog or attending live concerts by his favorite artists.

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