Kevin Simmons
Goshen
Summary
Dynamic District Manager with a proven track record at Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches, excelling in strategic planning and team development. Achieved consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and enhancing employee performance through comprehensive training programs. Strong leadership skills fostered a collaborative environment, driving operational excellence and community engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Manager
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
08.2018 - Current
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
- Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
- Fostered an environment of open communication between management teams across the district to share best practices in operations optimization and problem-solving techniques.
- Achieved consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding existing client base within the district.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for store managers, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated store performance regularly using data analysis tools to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted action plans for continuous growth.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning initiatives aimed at maximizing profitability while maintaining high standards of quality across the district.
- Enhanced company reputation through community involvement, developing partnerships with local organizations and participating in charitable events.
- Streamlined operations by establishing efficient processes and communication channels between stores, leading to reduced costs and increased productivity.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize waste and optimize product availability, ensuring optimal stock levels across all locations.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement by regularly soliciting feedback from employees and implementing changes based on their suggestions.
General Manager
Jimmy Johns Gourmet Subs
06.2011 - 08.2018
Education
General -
Loveland High School
Loveland, OHSkills
- Leadership skills
- Recruiting and hiring
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Training and coaching
- Attention to detail
- Goal setting and performance metrics
- Sales management
- Operations management
- Customer relations
- Staff development
- Team development
- Multi-unit management
- Action plans
- Decision-making
- Employee scheduling
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Conflict management
- Sales reporting
- Leadership development
- Policies and procedures
- Staff recruiting
Accomplishments
General manager of the year in 2015, nominated in 2017.
Certification
Level 2 Serv safe certification for food safety
Timeline
District Manager
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
08.2018 - Current
General Manager
Jimmy Johns Gourmet Subs
06.2011 - 08.2018
General -
Loveland High School
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