Management
WENDY GULLEDGE
CONTACT
addd34@r.postjobfree.com
***** ******** ** *******, **, 23487
EDUCATION
CATAWBA COLLEGE
Salisbury, NC
B.S. Business Management (May 2001)
ADDITIONAL
SKILLS
Operations Management
Strategic Planning
Budget, Profit and Loss Management
Organizing and Coordinating
Communications
Directing and Oversight
Guest Services
Payroll and Payment
Cash Handling
Food, Beverage and Retail
Building Maintenance and Upkeep
TECHNOLOGY AND PROGRAMS
Microsoft Office Suite
Cinema Solutions
Xenosoft
Service Channel
Talent Reef
SAP Concur
POS Systems
LICENSES AND
CERTIFICATIONS
SERV Safe Food Manager Certification
Online Aerial Operator Training
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Hard-working professional with 22+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of business operations, budget administration and food and beverage operations in a fast-paced environment. My successes are based on a find solutions attitude, exceptional attention-to-details and a genuine desire to promote company-wide success. I am aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Management role at your company.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GENERAL MANAGER
Cinemark Theatres Inc, Chesapeake, VA / Aug 2009 – Mar 2020
Effectively and efficiently manage and control all day to day operations of a 12-screen movie theatre complex. Annual building attendance 397,000+ guest and 1.75 million in profits.
Ensures that all areas of the theatre are within company standards, including quality, service, cleanliness, safety, security, and maintenance programs. Implement corrective actions for all theatre deficiencies found via internal/external auditors, property walk-throughs, guest or associate complaints.
Control costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation; minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation. Food and Beverage department annual increase of 3.33%
Develop and implement a staffing plan and schedule which will ensure success in the areas of optimum guest service and payroll expense management
Respond to guest comments while educating and empowering other employees to act in similar capacity to maintain a high level of guest satisfaction and quality
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail. Committed to quality with a low tolerance for accepting good enough. Ability to work independently and within a team environment, while simultaneously meeting specific deadlines.
THEATRE MANAGER
Cinemark Theatres Inc, Myrtle Beach, SC / Jul 2007 – Aug 2009
Supported the General Manager decisions and implementing day to day operations for a 14-screen movie theatre complex. Assist GM with hiring, orientation, training and associate development.
Complete movie schedules, weekly concession inventories, employee and manager schedules.
Proficient in payroll processing, time keeping records, back office and audit process. Preserve confidentiality of theatre information and passwords including knowledge of and adherence to PCI regulations.
Operate projection equipment including projectors, servers and sound equipment. Perform basic projection troubleshooting, bulb changes and maintenance.
Maintain facilities that are clean, safe and in good repair.
ASSISTANT MANAGER PRICING PRODUCTION
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Myrtle Beach, SC / Aug 2005 – Aug 2007
Handled price changes and signage for all retail merchandise on the floor and assisted sales floor.
Created planograms, adding and removal of products on the floor and stock rooms.
GENERAL MANAGER
Cinemark Theatres Inc, Salisbury, NC / Apr 2001 – Aug 2005
Handled all day to day operations of a 14-screen movie theatre complex by enforcing company guidelines and requirements. Operational Budget, Food and Beverage Department, Guest Services, Cash Handling, Employee Relations, Weekly Payroll, Scheduling, Building Upkeep and Maintenance.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Cinemark Theatres Inc, Salisbury, NC / May 1998 – Apr 2001
Assistant Manager for 14-screen movie theatre complex. Assist the General Manager in day to day building operations.
REFERENCES
References available upon request