Jaidyn Essick
Metairie,LA
Summary
Highly driven General Manager successful at implementing strategic approaches to drive profitability and sales. Recognized for performance excellence in operations and customer care. Successful at motivating, training and developing team members to drive profitability in highly competitive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Club 4 Fitness
Kenner, LA
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Bartender
BullsEye
Metairie, LA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Refer to above.
Bartender
Southport Hall
Metairie, LA
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
Contractor
Self Employed Services
Metairie, LA
- Identified potential issues or risks that could impact the successful completion of projects.
- Evaluated existing structures for repair or replacement options.
- Ensured safety protocols were being followed at all times by employees and subcontractors on site.
- Monitored progress against established timelines for each project to ensure deadlines are met.
- Kept clients informed about progress status updates throughout the entire process.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction contracts and agreements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
- Resolved any problems encountered during the course of construction work.
- Developed innovative solutions to challenging construction problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cabrini High School
New Orleans, LA07-2015
Kinesiology
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LASkills
- Workflow Planning
- Advertising and marketing
- Customer Relationship Management
- Contract Negotiations
- Sales
- Branding
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
General Manager
Club 4 Fitness
03.2023 - 09.2023
Bartender
BullsEye
08.2022 - 01.2023
Bartender
Southport Hall
06.2020 - 02.2021
Contractor
Self Employed Services
High School Diploma -
Cabrini High School
Kinesiology
University of Louisiana At Lafayette