BENJAMIN STAVELEY
Chico,CA
Summary
Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Warehouse Manager
Infinity Energy
07.2020 - 11.2023
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse''s physical inventory, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and processes.
- Improved order fulfillment rates through streamlining picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Optimized transportation routes for inbound shipments, reducing transit times and associated costs.
- Created cross-training initiatives for employees to increase flexibility in staffing assignments during busy periods or absences.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating competitive pricing on materials for cost-efficient operations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale solar panel projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment transportation, ensuring timely delivery of materials at job sites without delays or complications.
Assistant General Manager
Pelican Brewing
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Recruit, develop and manage performance of staff that exceeds 100 employees
- Ensure staff is well trained on product knowledge, portion control and waste tracking to increase profits by lowering cost of goods
- Created agile environment through cross-training of all employees
- Reduced labor costs through development of SOPs for shift/break transitions
- Trained all managers to understand budget control and how to manage employees schedule in order to maximize labor as percentage of revenue
- Achieved increased profits through redesign of bar menu based on analysis of historical sales and local trends
- Responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and personnel/payroll related administrative duties are completed accurately, on time and in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Recognized by ownership for strong communication and effective team building skills
- Optimize profits through management of inventory, product ordering, services, and supplies
- Consistently exceed goals for budget, profitability, COGS, and customer reviews
- Supported changes to culture that led to higher employee retention rate
- Assisted with implementation of improvised HR, Payroll, Point of Service and Inventory Software.
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Manager
Harry's Plaza Cafe
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed staff of eighty-five employees and ensured their performance was consistent with mission of Harry's Plaza with service level that exceeded guest expectations
- Anticipated weekly guest volume and managed staffing needs accordingly
- Set staff standard for providing exceptional customer service
- Analyzed situations of varied complexity in order to make independent decisions in accordance with philosophies and practices of Harry's Plaza Cafe
- Ensured restaurant and bar was in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
Group Sales & Catering Manager
El Capitan Canyon
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Promoted and sold to group market in defined geographic region
- Generated resort awareness through direct phone sales
- Collaborated with sales and marketing to solicit, sell and retain group business required to meet sales goals
- Developed and maintained relations with new and existing accounts.
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Food and Beverage Manager
Sandpiper Golf Club
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Responsible for food and beverage operations, including supervision of staff and protection of company assets
- Managed all orders for food and beverage department
- Tracked and maintained accurate inventory levels
- Developed and deployed SOPs that effectively lowered cost of goods, increased productivity, and improved organization.
- Enacted progressive disciplinary measures for staff, managed work zones, and oversaw opening and closing duties.
- Managed bar and wait staff and directed hiring program.
Education
Sports Management
East Central Oklahoma State University
Ada, OKGeneral Studies
Brescia University
Owensboro, KYGeneral Studies
Butte Community College
Oroville, CASkills
- Budgeting
- Payroll
- Recruitment & Hiring
- Problem Resolution
- Inventory Management
- Direct Sales
- P&L
- Vendor Management
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Guest Services Gold (Hospitality)
- CPR/First Aid
- Forklift Certified
- California Real Estate License
Timeline
Regional Warehouse Manager
Infinity Energy
07.2020 - 11.2023
Assistant General Manager
Pelican Brewing
01.2017 - 02.2020
Manager
Harry's Plaza Cafe
01.2014 - 01.2017
Group Sales & Catering Manager
El Capitan Canyon
01.2013 - 01.2014
Food and Beverage Manager
Sandpiper Golf Club
01.2011 - 01.2013
Sports Management
East Central Oklahoma State University
General Studies
Brescia University
General Studies
Butte Community College
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