Kristi Baird
Attica,KS
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in inventory management, vendor negotiation, and health compliance. Demonstrated success in enhancing service efficiency and increasing productivity in dynamic environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Krazyhorse Restaurant & Bar
Attica, KS
05.2014 - 06.2026
- Managed daily operations of busy restaurant and bar, enhancing service efficiency.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs focused on service excellence.
- Oversaw inventory management and food and beverage ordering to maintain optimal supply levels.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations consistently, safeguarding customer wellbeing.
- Facilitated effective communication between kitchen staff and servers to streamline operations.
- Maintained strong client relationships by providing superior customer service experiences.
- Supervised employee performance to drive productivity, efficiency, and cost savings.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure optimal pricing, significantly increasing profit margins.
Board Clerk
USD 511
Attica, KS
05.2009 - 05.2014
- Processed student registrations and maintained accurate enrollment records.
- Managed office supply inventory, ensuring timely reordering.
- Provided courteous phone support while delivering exceptional customer service.
- Greeted visitors professionally, directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Performed data entry tasks to efficiently update customer account records.
- Verified accuracy of paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Organized filing systems for confidential documents, enhancing accessibility.
- Calculated accurate wages, including overtime, salary increases, and bonuses.
Branch Manager
Citizens Bank of Kansas
Medicine Lodge, Kansas
04.2001 - 09.2009
- Managed daily operations of branch to ensure efficient customer service.
- Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Established strong rapport with clients to address financial needs and enhance branch loyalty.
- Created strategies that improved customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Evaluated competitors and market trends to drive informed business growth initiatives.
- Supported outside sales force in servicing and obtaining new business.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Attica High School
Attica05-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Brown Mackie College
SalinaSkills
- Inventory management
- Vendor negotiation
- Regulatory compliance
- Operational efficiency
- Customer relationship management
- Staff training and development
Timeline
Owner
Krazyhorse Restaurant & Bar
05.2014 - 06.2026
Board Clerk
USD 511
05.2009 - 05.2014
Branch Manager
Citizens Bank of Kansas
04.2001 - 09.2009
High School Diploma -
Attica High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Brown Mackie College