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Education
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Certification
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Kristina Richards

Phoenix,AZ
Kristina Richards

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in team leadership and customer service at Taco Bell. Proven track record in budget management and sales growth, enhancing operational efficiency and employee satisfaction. Adept at training and mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance and exceptional service delivery.

Overview

27
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Taco Bell Restaurant

General Manager
12.2017 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, introducing regular review sessions that boosted team performance and morale.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Mr.Good Cents

Assistant Manager
01.2015 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.

Taco Bell Restaurant

Shift Leader
01.2011 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.

Waffle House

Assistant Manager
06.2014 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.

Jack in the Box

Assistant Manager
02.2005 - 06.2010

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.

Whataburger Restaurants L&c

Assistant Manager
10.1997 - 02.2003

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.

Education

Maryvale High School
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Customer relations
  • Team motivation
  • Staff training and development
  • Staff supervision
  • Task delegation
  • Goal setting
  • Staff management
  • Workload management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team building
  • Employee scheduling
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Staff development
  • Sales growth
  • Policy enforcement
  • Orientation and training
  • Sales reporting
  • Employee performance evaluations
  • Performance reviewing
  • Cost control
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Schedule oversight
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Scheduling and planning
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Employee supervision
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Inventory management
  • Financial reporting
  • Performance evaluation
  • Compliance
  • Sales forecasting
  • Sales monitoring
  • Employee engagement
  • Rewards program oversight
  • Customer service and satisfaction
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Multitasking
  • Hiring and training
  • Staff training

Certification

Manager Serve Safe

Timeline

General Manager

Taco Bell Restaurant
12.2017 - 03.2025

Assistant Manager

Mr.Good Cents
01.2015 - 04.2016

Assistant Manager

Waffle House
06.2014 - 12.2014

Shift Leader

Taco Bell Restaurant
01.2011 - 01.2015

Assistant Manager

Jack in the Box
02.2005 - 06.2010

Assistant Manager

Whataburger Restaurants L&c
10.1997 - 02.2003

Maryvale High School

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