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Dawn Amison

ENNIS,TX

Summary

Dynamic operations manager with a proven track record at Loves Travel Stop, enhancing employee accountability and customer satisfaction. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving, I successfully streamlined processes, leading to improved performance outcomes and retention rates. My commitment to fostering teamwork and effective communication drives exceptional results in fast-paced environments.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Care

Family Members
Ennis, TX, Salmon Arm BC
07.2022 - 03.2025

Ensured dignity and love for terminally ill loved ones by fulfilling their wish to remain at home.

Home Maker

Family
Ennis, TX
07.2004 - 10.2013

Developed exceptional multitasking abilities through organizing family activities and responsibilities.

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Operations Manager

Loves Travel Stop
Italy, TX
10.2013 - 07.2022
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Owner Operator

Millennium Therapeutic Massage Clinic
Warman SK
01.2000 - 03.2004
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
  • Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior Product or Service to customers.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Evaluated company performance against objectives, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results.
  • Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.

Owner/Operator

Green Bluff Dairy
Warman SK
02.1985 - 10.1996
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.

Education

Massage Therapist - Health Care

McKay Tech
Saskatoon,SK
01.1999

Skills

  • Multitasking and task delegation
  • Adaptable multitasking
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and responsible

Timeline

Home Care

Family Members
07.2022 - 03.2025

Operations Manager

Loves Travel Stop
10.2013 - 07.2022

Home Maker

Family
07.2004 - 10.2013

Owner Operator

Millennium Therapeutic Massage Clinic
01.2000 - 03.2004

Owner/Operator

Green Bluff Dairy
02.1985 - 10.1996

Massage Therapist - Health Care

McKay Tech
Dawn Amison