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Work History
Education
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Hi, I’m

Kendall Holley

North Hollywood,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional with over 10 years of leadership experience in production management, adept at executing daily schedules and coordinating with material handlers. Proven track record of successfully leading teams of 50+ employees, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances productivity. Core competencies include strategic planning, team development, and operational excellence. Seeking to contribute leadership skills to a reputable, guest-focused organization in Los Angeles.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

The Now
Los Angeles, CA

Assistant General Manager
07.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated monthly budgets, managed profit and loss, and consistently met desired margin targets, directly reporting to the General Manager.
  • Maintained business inventory below target levels through regular monitoring.
    Created strategic plans for adjustments based on monthly inventory assessments.
    Performed monthly inventory counts to align stock levels with business objectives.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for employees to ensure quality standards were maintained.
  • Applied knowledge of coverage needs and individual employee strengths to produce successful team schedules.
  • Plan and conduct regular staff meetings to communicate goals, updates, and receive feedback.
  • Trained staff members on membership sales strategies and customer service techniques.
    Developed knowledge on massage services and enhancement offerings for improved sales performance.

Equinox
Hollywood, CA

Spa Supervisor
04.2018 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Applied knowledge in budgeting and employee development to foster profitable spa operations.
  • Maintained detailed records of financial transactions, including client payments, deposits, and refunds.
  • Participate in QBRs to showcase achievements, challenges, objectives, and various metrics
  • Hired, led and provided performance management for spa employees.
  • Remain compliant with all state regulatory boards regarding intake forms, waivers, and SOAP notes.
  • Creating buy-in with clientele through outreach and demos directly on the gym floor.
  • Coordinated with spa staff members on daily operations, including inventory management, customer service, and product sales.
  • Handled guest complaints, maintaining a positive dining experience for restaurant patrons.
  • Developed seasonal and targeted promotions to drive brand exposure and generate revenue.
  • Managed scheduling for therapists and front desk staff to optimize efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored staff on spa protocols and customer service standards.
  • Coordinated inventory management for spa products and supplies, ensuring availability.

Sweetgreen
Los Angeles, CA

General Manager/New Restaurant Opening Training Manager
02.2019 - 02.2023

Job overview

  • Training and supporting the General Managers and Assistant General Managers during the new restaurant opening process
  • Sg brand ambassador to our internal guest (new management staff and new team members).
  • Traveling throughout the US to oversee the training for new restaurant openings
  • Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Creating and teaching virtual training classes thought Zoom and goggle, with about 130-150 trainers across the fleet
  • Oversaw training development initiatives from concept through completion stages.

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  • Upheld restaurant standards for food and beverage quality, team member engagement, financial goals, standard operating procedures and guest experiences.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of inventory levels and product mix in stores.
  • Scheduled regular meetings with leadership team to discuss objectives, performance metrics and customer feedback.
  • Analyzed financial data such as sales reports, budgets and payroll records to identify areas of improvement.
  • Reviewed staffing needs to ensure adequate coverage at all times in stores.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
  • Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Motivated staff through acknowledgment of hard work, achievements and instilling accountability while leading by example.
  • Accomplished restaurant human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling and disciplining management staff.
  • Supervised 35-40 employees, ensuring optimal productivity.

Earthbar
Hawthorne, CA

General Manager (GM)
02.2017 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
  • Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to staff supplying knowledge of various company programs.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.

Kreation Organic
Brentwood, CA

General Manager
07.2016 - 02.2017

Job overview

  • Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
  • Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.

Tripps restaurant
Durham, NC

Kitchen Supervisor
03.2013 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Setting and maintaining the standard of food, service, safety and cleanliness
  • Specialized in cutting steaks (Ribeyes, Sirloins, fillets, Strips, fish, and Pork chops)
  • Caring for the needs of the guest and providing problem resolution when necessary
  • Setting and maintaining the standard of food, service, safety and cleanliness
  • Training team members, providing mentoring, developing, managing and leading the team in accordance with company standards
  • Quality control of operations including line checks, plate presentation and facility walkthrough
  • Ensuring restaurant management compliance with all federal, state and local wage and hour laws and labor and employment laws including meal break compliance
  • Monitoring cost controls, including but not limited to, food, beverage, labor and all other controllable cost items
  • Establishing and managing sales goals for each target area- dine in, catering, takeout and check average.

Firebird Restaurant Group
Morrisville, NC

Kitchen supervisor
06.2013 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Ensured the quality control of food and food safety regulations were met
  • Delegating responsibilities to keep the Kitchen neat, clean, and organized
  • Maintained small-ware orders
  • Trained and developed crew members
  • Setting goals for crew members to enhance values within the company
  • Monitored food waste and inventory levels
  • Resolved any food quality issues
  • As the Supervisor you're the expediter which controlled the pace of kitchen, ensuring all persons received their food in a timely manner
  • Establishing a relationship with the cooks that provide a positive culture
  • Handling each occurring issues individually expressing compassion to each guest.

Education

National Holistic Institute
Studio City, CA

Massage therapist/ Health educator in Massage therapy
08.2018

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration
05.2016

Skills

  • Sales
  • Forecasting
  • Labor Cost Analysis
  • Recruiting
  • P&L Management
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Purchasing
  • Merchandising
  • Supply Chain
  • Record keeping
  • Restaurant management
  • Food Safety
  • Reflective listening
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Sports massage
  • Range of motion improvement

Certification

  • ServSafe
  • Food Handler Certification
  • CPR/First Aid
  • CAMTC

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

The Now
07.2023 - Current

General Manager/New Restaurant Opening Training Manager

Sweetgreen
02.2019 - 02.2023

Spa Supervisor

Equinox
04.2018 - 11.2024

General Manager (GM)

Earthbar
02.2017 - 04.2018

General Manager

Kreation Organic
07.2016 - 02.2017

Kitchen supervisor

Firebird Restaurant Group
06.2013 - 05.2016

Kitchen Supervisor

Tripps restaurant
03.2013 - 05.2016

National Holistic Institute

Massage therapist/ Health educator in Massage therapy

North Carolina Central University

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration

References

References available upon request.

Work Authorization

Relocation: Anywhere

References

References available upon request.
Kendall Holley