Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Dylan Kiefer

GQT Movies
QUINCY,IL
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience

Experienced theater operations leader skilled in team building, customer relations, and inventory control. Known for sound judgment, problem resolution, and smooth daily service.

Work History

General Manager

3 Years 8 Months
GQT Movies | 02.2023 - 10.2026
  • Directed daily theater operations across box office, concessions, and auditorium standards.
  • Scheduled and coached team members to maintain consistent guest service.
  • Monitored POS transactions, cash handling, and end-of-day reconciliation accuracy.
  • Coordinated inventory control for concessions and supplies to reduce shortages.
  • Enforced safety, cleanliness, and compliance procedures throughout facility.
  • Reviewed labor needs and staffing coverage to support peak showtimes.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Assistant Manager

1 Year 9 Months
GQT Movies | 05.2021 - 02.2023
  • Led daily theater operations, ensuring smooth guest flow across box office, concessions, and auditoriums.
  • Supervised team performance, coaching associates on service standards, POS procedures, and issue resolution.
  • Coordinated opening and closing procedures, maintaining readiness, cleanliness, and security across facility areas.
  • Managed concession inventory, ordering supplies and reducing waste through accurate stock controls.

General Manager

1 Year 2 Months
VIP Cinemas | 01.2020 - 03.2021

Shift Lead

7 Months
McAllister's Deli | 03.2019 - 10.2019
  • Supervised shift operations, coordinated team assignments, and maintained service flow during peak periods.
  • Monitored food prep, line readiness, and order accuracy to support consistent guest experience.
  • Trained new team members on POS procedures, food handling, and customer service standards.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly while preserving professionalism and store service expectations.
  • Coordinated inventory restocking and product rotation to reduce shortages and maintain freshness.

Education

High School Diploma

Liberty High School | Liberty, IL | 05-2016

Skills

Leadership and team building
Problem resolution
Operations management
Collaborative teamwork
Financial oversight
Customer relations
Inventory control
Sound judgment

Certification

  • Lamp and xenon bulb safety Certification, Christie University - 2020

Timeline

General Manager

GQT Movies
02.2023 - 10.2026Read More

Assistant Manager

GQT Movies
05.2021 - 02.2023Read More

General Manager

VIP Cinemas
01.2020 - 03.2021Read More

Shift Lead

McAllister's Deli
03.2019 - 10.2019Read More

Liberty High School

High School Diploma
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Dylan Kiefer