Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Olive Garden Restaurant
Cedar Rapids, IA
04.1997 - Current
Directed the operations and logistics of a multi-million dollar business.
Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
Analyzed financial data to make informed decisions on cost savings initiatives.
Provided leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and supervisors.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
Worked with management team to develop operational goals aligned with business strategy.
Reviewed contracts with vendors to ensure compliance with regulations and terms and conditions.
Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management And Culinary Arts
Colorado Institute of Art
Denver, CO
03-1998
Skills
Strategic planning and execution
Profit and loss accountability
P&L Management
Operations Oversight
Leadership training
Quality Assurance
Business Management
Financial Oversight
Schedule Management
Business Forecasting
Excellent Communication
Systems implementation
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Team Leadership
Management Team Building
Active Listening
Operations Management
Recruitment
Customer Relations
Business Leadership
Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
Rollins College Certificate, Listening Leadership 2005
Certificate of Excellence, Olive Garden January, 2009
Certificate of Excellence, Olive Garden March, 2009
Diversity Learning Experience 2013
Best Management Turnover in the company 2015
Most Improved Region in the company 2015
Top 5 region in the company 2016
Member of RFMA 2023
Timeline
Director of Operations
Olive Garden Restaurant
04.1997 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management And Culinary Arts