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Kara Montgomery

Noblesville,IN

Summary

Dedicated Store Manager known for resolving customer complaints and leading teams to success. Strong focus on operational efficiency and compliance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Manager

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
Noblesville, Indiana
06.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Continuously developed team members to enhance customer service skills.
  • Conducted performance evaluations to provide feedback and support growth.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, ensuring a positive experience.
  • Collaborated with corporate teams to align store goals with company initiatives.

Assistant Store Manager

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
Indianapolis, Indiana
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Facilitated effective communication among team members to enhance collaboration.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, providing prompt service solutions.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.

Shift Supervisor

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
Indianapolis, Indiana
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, enhancing service satisfaction and team reputation.
  • Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
  • Performed cash handling duties such as counting money, balancing registers, and preparing bank deposits.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.
  • Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
  • Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.

Yoga Teacher

Various Yoga Studios
Indianapolis, IN
09.2018 - 01.2021
  • Developed and taught yoga classes to students of all ages and levels, emphasizing proper breathing techniques, body alignment, and meditation.
  • Managed website content updates and ensured alignment with brand guidelines.
  • Developed personalized yoga plans to meet individual needs.
  • Educated students about proper form to maintain safety and maximize benefits of different positions.
  • Instructed students on how to properly use props such as blocks, straps, bolsters, blankets. during class time.
  • Created a welcoming environment to encourage student participation.

Education

500-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training

Blooming Life Yoga Studio + School
Zionsville, IN
09-2020

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • ServSafe Certified
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service excellence
  • Team leadership

Certification

  • ServSafe Certification 2022

Affiliations

  • French baking
  • Sewing, knitting, crochet
  • Urban gardening

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Store Manager

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
06.2023 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
07.2022 - 06.2023

Shift Supervisor

STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
09.2019 - 07.2022

Yoga Teacher

Various Yoga Studios
09.2018 - 01.2021

500-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training

Blooming Life Yoga Studio + School

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

Arizona State University