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Dennis Holcombe

Anderson,SC

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Toyota of Greenville, enhancing customer loyalty through exceptional service planning and staff training. Skilled in schedule coordination and fostering team development, I've significantly improved service quality and efficiency. Expertise in customer service focus and operational improvements, achieving notable success in staff performance and customer satisfaction. Consistently in the the top 3 every week in cp sold hours, hours per RO and ELR.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Service Manager

Toyota of Greenville
06.2023 - 11.2024
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Coordinated RO’s and assigned work orders to maximize productivity within the service department.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and increased loyalty.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, addressing concerns, and offering appropriate solutions.
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Up sold appropriate services by looking at customers service history and oem recommendations.
  • Used active delivery to help make sure guest were happy and go over upcoming csi survey.
  • Worked in a professional and positive manner with technicians, parts department, other service advisors, lane managers, service director, warranty administrator and other dealership staff.

Managing Partner

Ruby Tuesday
05.1998 - 08.2001
  • Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
  • Optimized resource allocation, reducing operational costs while maintaining service quality standards.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members to ensure alignment with company goals and foster professional development.
  • Managed restaurant scheduling, foodservice and customer service.
  • Audited kitchen and front of house to guarantee cost-effectiveness of restaurant.
  • Introduced comprehensive training program for staff, boosting skill levels and fostering knowledgeable and efficient workforce.

Cox Enterprises

Partner/General Manager
07.2008 - 06.2023

. Ran day to operations of small independent used car lot

. Bought and sold automobiles at auction.

. Surveyed cars before and after buying for reconditioning needs.

. Coordinated reconditioning and repairs of automobiles to get ready to sale.

. Managed customer relation positive and negative.

. Managed budgets, payroll, paying vendors and fixed expenses.

Assistant Manager

On The Border
08.2003 - 07.2008
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Assistant Manager

The Olive Garden
08.2001 - 08.2003
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.

Education

Associate Of Applied Business - Culinary Arts & Hotel Restaurant Management

Johnson & Wales University
Charleston, NC
05.1998

High School Diploma - General Studies

Spartanburg High School
Spartanburg, SC
05.1992

Skills

  • Customer service focused
  • Motivated Seller
  • Able Multi task in busy environment
  • Team Player
  • Positive attitude
  • Reliable and responsible

Timeline

Assistant Service Manager

Toyota of Greenville
06.2023 - 11.2024

Cox Enterprises

Partner/General Manager
07.2008 - 06.2023

Assistant Manager

On The Border
08.2003 - 07.2008

Assistant Manager

The Olive Garden
08.2001 - 08.2003

Managing Partner

Ruby Tuesday
05.1998 - 08.2001

Associate Of Applied Business - Culinary Arts & Hotel Restaurant Management

Johnson & Wales University

High School Diploma - General Studies

Spartanburg High School
Dennis Holcombe