{Meet The Team}
A George’s Blog Series
Neal Kelly
General Manager - Dead End Knoxville
Years Employed at Dead End: 4+ Years
Where
Are You From: Boston, but I have
lived in Knoxville and East TN for almost 30 years.
Tell us a little about
yourself…
I’ve been in the
restaurant business most of my professional life. I worked for OSI (Outback
Steakhouse and Bonefish Grill) for 17 years. I grew up in Miami and attended
high school in Atlanta. For college, I went to Emory University. I began my
restaurant career working for Steak and Ale for 10 years, most of that time in
Johnson City. Before joining Dead End, I had the tremendous privilege of
helping Bill Regas and his family close Regas Restaurant.
When you are at work, what is your “go-to”
meal?
The sausage and cheese appetizer.
What is your favorite saying that has been
posted on the Dead End Sign?
“Show HIM how much you love HIM. Let
us cater your wedding!!!”
Share a memorable experience you’ve had during
your time at Dead End…
A couple of years ago, a
travel crew with a television station from The Netherlands came to Tennessee to
produce an episode highlighting Tennessee. They chose Chattanooga for Civil War
history, Nashville for music and Knoxville for barbeque. We were the restaurant
chosen to represent Tennessee Barbeque!!! The crew was fun and everyone had a
great time. That was the day Dead End BBQ went INTERNATIONAL!!!
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