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Catherine Kent

Marianna,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Kingsbury's Auto Body, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction. Expert in business development and operations management, adept at problem-solving and customer relationship management. Achieved significant cost reductions while improving marketing strategies to boost business growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager /Collision Estimator

Kingsbury's Auto Body
08.2011 - Current
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
  • Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.

Waitress Supervisor

Red Robin
03.2010 - 08.2011
  • Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
  • Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
  • Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
  • Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.

Waitress Supervisor

Sonnys Real Pit BBQ
08.2008 - 03.2010
  • Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
  • Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
  • Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
  • Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Chipola College
Marianna, FL
12-2024

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL
05-2021

Associate of Science - Accounting

Chipola College
Marianna, FL
05-2009

High School Diploma -

Blountstown High School
Blountstown, FL
05-2008

Skills

  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Business administration
  • Customer service

Software

CCC Estimating

Mitchell Estimating

Timeline

Manager /Collision Estimator

Kingsbury's Auto Body
08.2011 - Current

Waitress Supervisor

Red Robin
03.2010 - 08.2011

Waitress Supervisor

Sonnys Real Pit BBQ
08.2008 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Chipola College

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Gulf Coast State College

Associate of Science - Accounting

Chipola College

High School Diploma -

Blountstown High School
Catherine Kent