Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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James Lyness

Riverview,FL

Summary

Dynamic Store Manager with extensive experience in inventory management and employee training. Successfully motivated teams to enhance store operations, resulting in improved efficiency and customer satisfaction. Effective in cash management and communication, ensuring compliance with company policies.

Overview

1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Supervisor

CVS
Phoenix, Arizona
04.2026 - 06.2026
  • Completed training on CVS store policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Transitioned from role to address personal matters.
  • Supervised daily operations and team performance in a high-volume retail environment.
  • Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and customer service standards.

Store Manager

SUBWAY Restaurants
Phoenix, AZ
08.2024 - 04.2026
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised new employees to enhance team capability.
  • Developed weekly work schedules for store personnel to ensure adequate coverage.
  • Managed product levels and inventory controls, organized backroom for efficient ordering and stock rotation.
  • Updated and maintained store signage and displays.

Shift Lead

Walgreens
03.2019 - 08.2024
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained employee productivity by effectively coordinating tasks to fulfill business and customer needs.
  • Implemented company policies and regulations, fostering a compliant work environment.
  • Executed store opening and closing procedures, ensuring accurate till balances.

Professional DJ

Self-employeed
01.2014 - 03.2019

Provided customized entertainment services for diverse client events, enhancing guest experiences.

  • Curated playlists to match diverse crowd preferences at various events.
  • Operated sound equipment and ensured optimal audio quality during performances.
  • Collaborated with event planners to customize music selections for specific themes.

Unit Manager

GC Services
03.2009 - 01.2014
  • Managed team of 15, coaching employees to achieve client-driven goals.
  • Oversaw Quality Assurance department and led training team initiatives.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Managed team performance through regular feedback and coaching sessions.
  • Developed training programs for new staff to enhance skill sets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thomas R Proctor
Utica, NY

Skills

  • Store operations
  • Shift scheduling
  • Employee training
  • Staff management
  • Cash management
  • Inventory oversight
  • Store opening and closing
  • Team motivation
  • Task delegation
  • Time management
  • Financial reporting
  • Customer interaction
  • Verbal communication
  • Financial reporting

Accomplishments

  • Exceeded monthly store sales goals
  • Received A ratings by the company's restaurant evaluations by Steritech.

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Certification

Timeline

Shift Supervisor

CVS
04.2026 - 06.2026

Store Manager

SUBWAY Restaurants
08.2024 - 04.2026

Shift Lead

Walgreens
03.2019 - 08.2024

Professional DJ

Self-employeed
01.2014 - 03.2019

Unit Manager

GC Services
03.2009 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

Thomas R Proctor
James Lyness