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Kelly Vest

Medina

Summary

Accomplished retail manager skilled in team leadership and operational execution. Fosters a culture of excellence through targeted training initiatives and effective communication, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and enhancing overall store performance.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim District Manager

Five Below
Detroit
09.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple retail locations.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Worked with direct reports to develop and implement action plans, improving operating results.
  • Facilitated communication between corporate and store teams to ensure alignment on objectives.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Performed regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support staff development.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Training Store Manager

Five Below
05.2019 - Current

* Trains all new Store Managers,Customers Experience Managers & Merch Managers within district.

*Responsible for managing and executing overall store standards to be consistent with Brand Standards.

*Drives overall profitability for store focusing on total store sales & expense control

* Continually recruits,hires,trains and retains associates & managers, identifying internal associate talent and providing opportunities for career paths.

*Responsible for ensuring the proper execution of all cash handling policies, including opening & closing procedure; daily paperwork;and bank deposits

*Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures ( SOP)

*Ensure weekly, monthly and annually payroll budgets are managed to plan

*Ensures the execution of company data integrity & physical inventory

*oversees successful receiving & stocking procedures are properly followed & maintained.

Executed company initiatives and rollouts across district and regional levels, enhancing operational consistency.

Executed operational plans and followed up on total store performance.

Enhanced customer experience by implementing feedback-driven service improvements.

* Review all corporate communications & prioritizes/planning accordingly

Executed market plans and merchandise directives according to company standards.

Monitored associate performance to ensure accountability for job responsibilities.

*Performs store maintenance including but not limited to garbage,sweeping cleaning bathrooms, maintaining stock room

executed

*Advocates for the company purpose

Server/ Front of the House Manager

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
12.2006 - 05.2019
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers, fostering a welcoming environment that encouraged repeat visits.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, enhancing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of customer meals, improving overall dining experience.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School
Lakewood, OH
06-2004

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Customer Engagement
  • Retail Strategy
  • Program Management
  • KPI Tracking
  • Schedule Management
  • Multi-location management
  • Team leadership
  • Team development
  • Employee training
  • Leadership training
  • Performance evaluation
  • Staff recruitment
  • Employee Coaching
  • Staff development

Timeline

Interim District Manager

Five Below
09.2025 - Current

Training Store Manager

Five Below
05.2019 - Current

Server/ Front of the House Manager

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
12.2006 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School
Kelly Vest