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Ausitn Ivey

Carnesville,GA

Summary

Dynamic Key Manager that began as a host and has worked and mastered multiple front-of-house positions at Outback Steakhouse. Extensive expertise in customer service and payroll processing. Demonstrated success in optimizing sales and implementing effective marketing strategies that significantly increase revenue. Proficient in catering management and team leadership, cultivating strong employee relationships to enhance satisfaction in a high-turnover environment. Committed to driving operational excellence and fostering a positive workplace culture. Seasoned leader in retail management, with a proven track record of supervising sales teams to exceed sales targets. Skilled in staff training, inventory management, and customer service excellence, ensuring smooth store operations, and enhanced shopping experiences. Demonstrated ability to implement effective sales strategies and improve team performance through hands-on coaching and motivational leadership. Successfully boosted customer satisfaction rates through innovative service initiatives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Manager

Outback Steakhouse
Commerce, GA
03.2019 - Current
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Handled employee payroll processing accurately and efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to the business operations.
  • Collaborated with company departments to guarantee cohesive branding and strategic product placement.
  • Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
  • Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase sales volume.
  • Managed daily operations of the store, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
  • Processed credit card payments and counted back change and currency with accuracy rate.
  • Helped senior management achieve retail store targets by monitoring and motivating front-line staff.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
  • Directed and supervised staff performance.
  • Counted and balanced registers.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by empowering staff to handle customers' issues and deliver top-notch service.
  • Scheduled, organized and led food tastings to facilitate selections and surpass expectations.
  • Maintained accurate records of orders and deliveries for catering services.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors, and venue managers, fostering a network of partners.
  • Managed all aspects of catering operations, including planning, budgeting, and execution for events of varying sizes.
  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
  • Collaborated with delivery services to ensure accurate and timely order handoff.
  • Built strong, respectful employee relationships to drive employee satisfaction in high turnover industry.
  • Processed payments from customers using various payment methods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Payroll processing
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Marketing strategy
  • Catering management
  • Sales optimization
  • Team leadership
  • Event planning
  • Staff training

Timeline

Key Manager

Outback Steakhouse
03.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Georgia Southern University
Ausitn Ivey