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Amanda Williams

Kentwood,MI

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Store Manager at C3 Industries with a proven track record in enhancing customer experience and driving sales through effective team leadership and strategic merchandising. Skilled in problem-solving and inventory control, I fostered a positive work culture, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and increased repeat business.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

C3 Industries
09.2022 - Current
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Collaborated with store manager to develop marketing initiatives that drove traffic and increased brand awareness.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues effectively leading to improved customer satisfaction rates.
  • Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
  • Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
  • Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.

Restaurant Manager

Denny"s
08.2006 - 09.2015
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement while recognizing outstanding achievements as well.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations through regular staff training sessions and facility inspections.
  • Facilitated regular safety training sessions for all team members to ensure a safe working environment free from accidents or injuries.
  • Achieved consistent compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular staff training sessions.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kelloggsville High School
Wyoming, MI

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Customer experience
  • Customer service and engagement
  • Time management
  • Store organization
  • Customer relations
  • Retail operations
  • Inventory control
  • Effective leader
  • Delegating work
  • Employee motivation
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Languages

English

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

C3 Industries
09.2022 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Denny"s
08.2006 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

Kelloggsville High School
Amanda Williams