DOUGLAS ROBBINS
General Manager
Douglas Robbins serves as General Manager of Harvest Restaurant, where he is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences and leading his team with a strong commitment to hospitality. He is passionate about the continued growth and opportunity within FMK Hospitality Group and is excited about the future of both Harvest and The Villages community.
Originally born in Omaha and raised outside of Orlando, Douglas has spent much of his life around The Villages area, giving him a unique connection to the community and the guests FMK proudly serves. He was drawn to FMK by the people, the area, and the company’s ongoing growth, all of which align with his own values and vision for hospitality. Outside of the restaurant, Douglas enjoys talking sports and connecting with guests through everyday conversation. As he steps into this new position, he looks ahead with confidence, believing his best work is still to come.
GILBERT PEREZ
Culinary Manager
Originally from Groveland, FL, Gilbert Perez brings more than 20 years of restaurant industry experience to his role as Culinary Manager at Harvest. His career has included just about everything from cooking and bussing to front-of-house service, but the majority of his time was spent with Outback Steakhouse, where he worked for 16 years—first as an hourly line cook, then advancing into the Assistant Kitchen Manager role before serving as Kitchen Manager for 10 years.
Since joining FMK less than a year ago as an AKM and now leading the kitchen at Harvest, Gilbert has valued FMK’s strong structure and commitment to success. Known for his drive and positivity, Gilbert looks forward to continuing his growth with FMK while pursuing what brings him and his family joy.
