Summary
Overview
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Education
Skills
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Billy Gray

Poplar Bluff,MO

Summary

Experienced restaurant manager successful at reducing costs, increasing productivity and maximizing customer satisfaction. Exceptional leader with strong communication and conflict resolution abilities. 14 years of progressive leadership experience.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Manager

McDonald's
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional 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.

Department Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
08.2019 - 03.2021
  • Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
  • Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
  • Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
  • Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.

Department Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
01.2015 - 08.2019
  • Prepared detailed reports for management to clarify existing trends, review sales and inventory data and support shrink minimization and safety awareness.
  • Developed empowering employee culture focused on equipping employees to independently meet customer needs.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.

Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
03.2010 - 12.2014
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Conducted monthly inventories of raw materials and components on work floor.

Crew Member

McDonald's Restaurant
03.2008 - 05.2010
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Took orders, prepared meals and collected payments.
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment and utensils clean and sanitary.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
  • Supported great dining and meal experiences for guests.

Education

Diploma -

Puxico High School
Puxico, MO
05.2010

Skills

  • Hiring and Firing
  • Active Listening
  • Brand Loyalty
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

McDonald's
03.2021 - 09.2022

Department Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
08.2019 - 03.2021

Department Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
01.2015 - 08.2019

Manager

McDonald's Restaurant
03.2010 - 12.2014

Crew Member

McDonald's Restaurant
03.2008 - 05.2010

Diploma -

Puxico High School
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