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Ada Waterman

Marquette,IA

Summary

Accomplished General Manager adept at managing daily operations, year over year revenue gains, improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, leveraging strong communication skills and scheduling expertise. An effective general manager with a decade of experience in operations management, hiring, recruitment, and team building. Dynamic professional with over 10 years of experience in hospitality industry and restaurant operations management committed to high quality and personal service, creates an enjoyable experience for our guests and enhances customer loyalty. Proven management skills committed to fostering a collaborative work environment with safety regulations and industry standards, ensuring team members promote a safe work environment through effective communication.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Cobblestone Inn & Suites
Marquette, Iowa
07.2015 - Current
  • Manage daily business operations, resulting in increased revenue year over year.
  • Established, maintained, and promote a safe work environment through clear and effective communication with team members ensuring efficient operations.
  • Conducted recruitment, hiring, and training of staff in alignment with industry and organizational standards.
  • Set performance goals and provided constructive feedback on employee assessments.
  • Managed payroll and scheduling to guarantee prompt compensation for staff.
  • Administered the daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, and customer service.
  • High quality standards of service create a noticeable experience for the guests.
  • Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions to ensure satisfaction.

Owner/Operator

Spillway Super Club
Harpers Ferry, Iowa
04.1997 - 09.2007
  • I manage the operations of Spillway Diner & Club Restaurant, overseeing daily operations, financial management, and budgeting processes for sustainability.
  • Meet and engage the customers with a warm welcome and conversation through the use of interpersonal skills.
  • Establish long-term relationships with customers by promoting great food and service.
  • Answering requests with knowledgeable, friendly service and suggestions.
  • Create a collaborative work environment with a diverse group of coworkers and vendors related to our products and services, while efficiently resolving issues to satisfaction.
  • Maintained, trained, and mentored staff on safe practices, education, and training.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

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Education

Nursing

NICC
Calmar

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Effective communication
  • Customer engagement
  • Staff recruitment and team building
  • Performance assessment
  • Payroll and scheduling
  • Conflict resolution and problem solving
  • Safety compliance and industry standards

Affiliations

  • Chamber Commerce member, Implementing community involvement, volunteering, campaigning, promotions & travel.

Timeline

General Manager

Cobblestone Inn & Suites
07.2015 - Current

Owner/Operator

Spillway Super Club
04.1997 - 09.2007

Nursing

NICC