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Chastity Gilliam

Coeburn,VA

Summary

Dynamic professional offers background in business management, finance, customer service, and sales. Strong history of leading teams to exceed goals and consistently improve operations. Skillful in developing and implementing innovative strategies that drive growth and profitability. Accomplished professional with an extensive background in hospitality and customer service. Proven record of exceeding customer expectations and driving profitability. Skilled in leading teams, managing budgets, and overseeing daily operations. Adept at leveraging industry trends and technology to maximize customer satisfaction. Systematic team leader with vast experience in managing and leading cross-functional teams. Proven track record of efficiently managing daily operations, developing strategies to increase profitability and customer satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Experienced in managing budgets, allocating resources, and leading diverse teams. Possesses excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills. Management professional with history of meeting challenges in complex organizations that rely on collaborative skills to contribute to company growth and success. Proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments that have pockets of ambiguity. Stellar command with delivering results, win-win outcomes, and navigating cross-functional teams. Thoughtful leader with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to drive business results. Have full ownership of strategic thinking to identify and capitalize on opportunities for growth and efficiency. Keen ability to analyze complex data and develop effective solutions to problems. Deliver symmetry with forward-thinking organizations that strive for meaningful impact. Experienced Supervisor leading team members on-time job completion. Assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals. Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. District Manager with demonstrated experience managing company assets and developing people for future growth. Strategic planner talented in seeing multiple options for improvement, operational streamlining and potential growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor

Pizza Plus
07.2023 - Current
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.

General Manager

Pizza Hut
12.2016 - 07.2023
  • Maintained product and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints
  • Established employee development plan, setting clear expectations for team members
  • Implemented appropriate plans for resolving unfavorable trends and enhancing profits
  • Managed profit goals against budget and prior year, keeping controllable costs within budget
  • Prepared financial reports, clearly explaining operational effectiveness, trends and variances
  • Coordinated staff training sessions to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Planned, coordinated and oversaw company events and promotions
  • Managed company assets by maintaining clean and fully equipped establishments with properly working equipment
  • Implemented and maintained open-door communication system, reaching employees across department lines
  • Built and maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers
  • Executed sales and operational activities, producing results that met or exceeded business plan
  • Used customer feedback for improving operations and building brand loyalty
  • Monitored store performance and identified opportunities for improvement
  • Established and maintained proactive human resource functions, complying with labor regulations
  • Planned and managed adequate inventory levels using computerized inventory system for meeting sales demands and minimizing loss
  • Recruited team members for maintaining adequate staffing levels according to projected sales.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

K&A Hauling
01.2008 - 09.2013
  • Completed deliveries before assigned deadlines to increase customer satisfaction
  • Secured packages in trucks using padding and ratchet straps
  • Utilized GPS systems to plan delivery routes and avoid congested areas.

Customer Service Representative

Sykes
08.2006 - 10.2010
  • Maintained knowledge of company products to provide helpful suggestions and recommendations to customers
  • Delivered personalized customer service relating to questions and promptly resolved basic problems on customer accounts.

Dept Manager

Walmart
01.1999 - 05.2006
  • Oversaw the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies and procedures within the department
  • Evaluated performance of department staff and provided feedback and guidance to ensure maximum productivity
  • Analyzed department performance and defined actions required to achieve business objectives
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in accordance with company standards
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and department managers to optimize sales
  • Delivered constructive feedback and developmental support to department staff
  • Prepared new supervisors by delivering appropriate training and ongoing mentoring
  • Promoted and supported activities designed to strengthen and improve morale and teamwork, improving overall work environment
  • Met or exceeded operating standards for brand consistency
  • Resolved conflicts and disciplinary issues within the department.

Education

Completed Coursework Towards High School Diploma -

John I Burton
Norton, VA
05.1995

Skills

  • Profit and Loss
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Profit and Loss Accountability
  • Labor Cost Controls
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Market Growth
  • Staff Training
  • Risk Management
  • Sales Team Development
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Sales Expertise
  • Staff Development
  • Packaging and Sanitation
  • Event Management
  • Troubleshooting Expertise
  • Supervision and Training
  • Process Improvement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Team Training
  • Safety Protocols
  • Inventory Control
  • Team Oversight
  • Succession Planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Employee Motivation
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Certification

  • Servsafe
  • Ged

Coursework

  • Servsafe Certified
  • Servsafe Proctor

Personal Information

Title: General Manager

Awards

  • Servsafe Certified
  • Servsafe Proctor

Timeline

Supervisor

Pizza Plus
07.2023 - Current

General Manager

Pizza Hut
12.2016 - 07.2023

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

K&A Hauling
01.2008 - 09.2013

Customer Service Representative

Sykes
08.2006 - 10.2010

Dept Manager

Walmart
01.1999 - 05.2006

Completed Coursework Towards High School Diploma -

John I Burton
Chastity Gilliam