Manager Management

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James w. swofford

Objective

A management position working in a corporation or company in which both

growth and the ability to use my experience, strengths, and skills will

benefit that organization.

HIGHLIGHTS

Twenty-five years of progressive experience and responsibility with

documented success in the areas of administration, management, operations,

and bottom line P&L responsibilities at various organizational levels.

Project Management to include construction of new facilities in excess of

1.5 million dollars and sales annually more than 2.5 million dollars, and

budgets up to 5 million dollars.

Summary of qualifications

Self-starting, goal oriented strategist whose confidence, perseverance and

vision promote success. Major strengths in planning, problem solving, and

communication, with honest, friendly, and outstanding communication skills.

Skilled at organizing complex projects, defining project priorities, and

delegating tasks. A Proven record of working within a budget, while

exercising initiative, achievement and independent judgment.

Demonstrates competence and poise in professional and social settings.

Demonstrated record of high performance standards, including attention to

schedules, deadlines, budgets, details, and quality work. Demonstrated

ability to work well in a team environment, bringing enthusiasm to team

projects, developing goal oriented and productive proven teams, and

encouraging others to develop useful and new workable ideas.

Adept at both oral and written communications as well as interacting

effectively with individuals of all levels of experience as a team player

bringing enthusiasm and energy into group efforts. Self-motivated and

assertive with a professional demeanor.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar Hilton Head, SC

Manager - 2007 - 2008

Coordinated food services and guest relations for the #1 Franchisee in

Applebee's International. Lowered BWL cost from $1100 out to $192 in,

directed hiring and assignment of personnel, reducing the need to bring in

employees from other operations during peak season. Reviewed financial

transactions and monitored budgets to ensure efficient operations as well

as falling in line with corporate expectations.

Carolina Pride Inc. Greenwood, SC

Shipping Supervisor 2004 - 2007

Supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in verifying and

keeping records of incoming and outgoing shipments. Prepared bills of

lading, invoices, and orders to determine shipping priorities, work

assignments, and shipping methods required to meet on time

delivery/receiving schedules. Maintained the highest productivity level in

the plant at an average of 119%.

Longhorn Steakhouse & Saloon Spartanburg, SC

Kitchen Manager 2001 - 2003

Coordinated and supervised all activities of food preparation while

participating in planning menus, preparing food, and portion control to

keep costs under budget. Trained and managed 15 kitchen employees,

maintained kitchen work areas, and maintained an A grade at DHEC standards

at all times.

Sagebrush Steakhouse & Saloon Rock Hill, SC

General Manager 1995 - 2000

Coordinated and supervised all activities related to the day to day

successful operation of this casual theme southwestern steakhouse while

being promoted three times. Estimated and determined food cost, BWL cost,

and designed and followed a strict P&L. Directed hiring and training of

all personnel, reviewed all financial transactions, and monitored all

budgets to ensure profitability within budget limitations. Supervised 30 -

100 employees, scheduling hours of work, resolved conflicts and ensuring

100% guest satisfaction. Reduced food cost by 3% and labor cost by 4%.

Brandon Hall School Atlanta, GA

Director of Operations 1982 -1995

Carried out general policies established by President and CEO at this elite

private School that was awarded the 1984 Presidential School of Excellence

Award. Prepared and administered budgets for food service, housekeeping,

maintenance, transportation, administrative, and contractual service

departments. Made decisions pertaining to general policies beyond the

scope of authority of department heads under my jurisdiction. Wrote,

designed, and produced campus security, fire, disaster procedures, as well

as implemented telephone and computer systems. Promoted four times in 13

years.

Education

Clemson University Clemson, SC

Bachelor of Arts 1981 Major in English, minor in Communications Earned

18 hours of Post Graduate work in English

Financed 100% of college education through part-time work in the food

service industry, earning above average grades while working part-time and

participating in campus activities.

CERTIFICATIONS

Hazmat First Responder Technician

Serve Safe Food Safety Certification

Asbestos Coordinator Certification

Asbestos Implementation and Maintenance Certification

REFERENCES: Furnished upon request

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