Kristina Brandy
Florissant,MO
Summary
Customer-oriented General Manager with 15 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Art Teacher
Ferguson Florissant School District
08.2023 - Current
- Integrated multicultural perspectives into art lessons, promoting an appreciation for diverse cultures and artistic expressions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, connecting art with other subjects.
- Enhanced student creativity by introducing various art techniques and mediums.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that fostered artistic growth while adhering to state and national standards for arts education.
General Manager
Big Boys Burgers
09.2017 - 04.2021
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Assistant Manager
Fox Sports Midwest Live
03.2014 - 08.2017
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Restaurant Manager
BlackFinn American Grille
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
Education
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Ashford University
San Diego, CABachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University of Missouri
Jefferson City, MOAssociate of Arts - Teaching
St. Louis Community College
Florissant, MOSkills
- Leadership and team building
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Training and coaching
- Purchasing
Timeline
Elementary Art Teacher
Ferguson Florissant School District
08.2023 - Current
General Manager
Big Boys Burgers
09.2017 - 04.2021
Assistant Manager
Fox Sports Midwest Live
03.2014 - 08.2017
Restaurant Manager
BlackFinn American Grille
01.2012 - 02.2014
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Ashford University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University of Missouri
Associate of Arts - Teaching
St. Louis Community College
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