PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Driven leader with almost ** years helming Carolina's Restaurant
Group, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Excells in inventory control, staff training, fostering a robust team and streamlining processes. Proven track record in boosting profitability and quality assurance, ensuring excellence in every facet of restaurant management.
SKILLS
CONTACT
ad4frd@r.postjobfree.com
Charlotte, NC 28217
• Staff Training
• Scheduling and Rostering
• Customer Service
• Inventory Control
• Quality Assurance
• Organizational Development
EXPERIENCE
General Manager
APR 2008 - FEB 2024 Carolina's Restaurant Group, Mint Hill, NC
• Built and maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Recruited team members to maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Provided coaching and mentoring support for employees at all levels of the organization.
• Used customer feedback for improving operations and building brand loyalty.
• Assessed team member performance through formal reviews leading to promotions or terminations as necessary.
• Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and maximize profitability.
• Used computerized system to plan and manage adequate inventory levels.
• Established employee development plan, setting clear expectations for team members.
• Directed recruitment efforts, hiring qualified personnel while maintaining diversity objectives.
• Maintained product and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints. General Manager
OCT 1993 - APR 2008 Yum Brands/KFC, Charlotte, NC
• Spearheaded multiple marketing projects from concept through completion while successfully managing budgets and timelines on each project.
• Utilized data analysis to identify areas for improvement. M
• Created an environment of open communication between departments that improved collaboration among teams.
• Set and implemented strategic goals and initiatives to align with the company’s mission, values, and vision.
• Analyzed data from financial reports to identify areas of improvement in business operations.
• Monitored suppliers to efficiently provide needed goods and services within budgetary limits.
• Developed and implemented effective strategies to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Reviewed financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data to measure productivity.
• Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by monitoring internal processes.
• Analyzed financial data and prepared reports for senior management team.
• Recruited team members for maintaining adequate staffing levels according to projected sales. EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Olympic High School, Charlotte, NC
AWARDS/CERTIFICATIONS
• Top GM for the last 5 years in a row • ServSafe Certification REFERENCES
References available upon request