Dynamic Store Manager at Fuel City Truck Stop Newport with a proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Expert in inventory management and team leadership, I successfully trained staff, resulting in improved service quality and sales growth. Committed to fostering positive customer relations and a collaborative work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Fuel City Truck Stop Newport
03.2024 - Current
Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
Optimized labor scheduling according to store needs while adhering to budget constraints, maximizing productivity without compromising service quality.
School Bus Driver
Gabels Bus Service
09.2011 - Current
Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
Built trust and rapport with students, encouraging respectful and kind interactions among passengers.