Charles Allard 919-***-****
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Leesville Taproom, Raleigh — General Manager
● Team Management: Lead, recruit, train, and manage staff across various roles (servers, cooks, hosts, etc.), ensuring a cohesive and efficient team.
● Operations Oversight: Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining quality standards, and managing inventory.
● Financial Management: Develop and manage budgets, analyze financial reports, control costs, and optimize profitability.
● Customer Service: Ensure exceptional customer service standards, handle customer inquiries, and resolve complaints to maintain a positive dining experience.
● Menu Development and Quality Control: Collaborate with chefs to create menus, monitor food quality, and ensure consistency in presentation and taste.
● Vendor Relations: Negotiate with suppliers, manage vendor relationships, and procure quality ingredients at competitive prices.
● Marketing and Promotions: Develop marketing strategies, plan promotional events, and implement initiatives to attract and retain customers.
● Training and Development: Conduct ongoing training programs to enhance staff skills, performance, and ensure adherence to company policies.
● Business Development: Identify opportunities for business growth, assess market trends, and implement strategies to increase revenue.
● Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding food safety, labor laws, and licensing requirements.
● Increased annual revenue by 15% yearly through strategic marketing initiatives.
Sear Auto Center, Raleigh— Mechanical Service Manager October 2012 - September 2014
● Team Leadership: Direct and supervise a team of mechanics ensuring optimal performance and adherence to company standards.
● Customer Service Excellence: Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing concerns, providing expert advice, and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
● Technical Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in automotive diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance, offering guidance and support to the customer as needed.
● Quality Control: Ensure the quality and accuracy of automotive services performed, adhering to manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
● Vendor and Supplier Relations: Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to procure high-quality parts and negotiate favorable terms to support service operations.
● Maintained status in Top 3 Service Writers of the company for 6+ months.
Hudson Belk, Raleigh— Area Sales Manager
2002 - 2012
STRENGTHS
Communication skills written
and verbal
Relationship building within
an organization and with
stakeholders
Leadership skills
Fast learner
Self-motivated
Coachable
Organized
Success Driven
Problem-Solving
Decision Making
Strategic Planning
Conflict Resolution
Adaptability