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Jessica Vogtmann

Barberton,OH

Summary

Adept at driving operational excellence and team performance, I significantly enhanced customer satisfaction and sales at Bruegger's Bagels. Leveraging strong leadership and problem-solving skills, I fostered a culture of success, achieving notable business growth. My approach combines effective employee training with strategic operations management, ensuring both client loyalty and financial efficiency.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Bruegger's Bagels
04.2021 - 02.2025
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Shift Manager

Steak 'n' Shake
07.2003 - 06.2018
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
  • Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
  • Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
  • Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
  • Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
  • Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
  • Managed employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours, resulting in a smoother workflow.
  • Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
  • Scheduled staff to establish adequate coverage during peak business hours.
  • Addressed and resolved staffing issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to shift operations and maintaining service standards.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe working environment for all employees.
  • Resolved customer complaints with effective problem-solving techniques, maintaining high levels of customer loyalty.
  • Led by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, inspiring staff to achieve their best.

Assistant Manager

Wendy's
06.2018 - 03.2021
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Team Member

McDonald's
08.1999 - 06.2003
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Gained recognition for delivering excellent customer service through active listening, empathetic communication, and timely resolution of concerns.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks effectively and adjusting workload as necessary to meet deadlines.
  • Maintained clean and orderly store environment, ensuring pleasant shopping experience for customers.

Education

General Education

Wadsworth High
Wadsworth, OH
06.2003

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Time management
  • Training and coaching
  • Customer relations
  • Inventory control
  • Staff training/development
  • Customer relationship management
  • Staff supervision
  • Employee scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • P&L management
  • Motivation
  • Client relations
  • Deadline oriented
  • Vendor relationships
  • Consistently meet goals
  • Purchasing
  • Expense control

Certification

Servsafe certified

Timeline

General Manager

Bruegger's Bagels
04.2021 - 02.2025

Assistant Manager

Wendy's
06.2018 - 03.2021

Shift Manager

Steak 'n' Shake
07.2003 - 06.2018

Team Member

McDonald's
08.1999 - 06.2003

General Education

Wadsworth High
Jessica Vogtmann