Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Social Media Management
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Krystal Foxen

Fayetteville,NC

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Secrets Cabaret
02.2019 - Current
  • Managed and motivated over 40 employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Onboarded over 30 new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and 6 suppliers through account development.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.

Bartender Shift Manager

Secrets Cabaret
02.2019 - Current
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
  • Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank, and stocked service bar.
  • Trained 7 new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.

Customer Service Representative

Amazon
11.2015 - 02.2019
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Utilized customer service software to manage interactions and track customer satisfaction.
  • Tracked customer service cases and updated service software with customer information.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions.

Head Bartender

The Jefferson Inn
04.2011 - 07.2013
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Trained 4 new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Managed bar at special events, leading team in providing coordinated service for weddings, business meetings and social gatherings.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Developed specialty drinks to work with menu changes, sustaining customer interest and solid bar revenue.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Education

No Degree - History

UMUC

High School Diploma -

Reid Ross Classical High School
Fayetteville, NC
06.2005

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Business Intelligence
  • Managing Cash Register/ Safe
  • Train Employees
  • Manage Budgets
  • Financial Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Supplier Relations
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Manage Contracts
  • Managing Routines
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Cost Management
  • Budget Controls
  • Sales Strategies
  • Order Supplies
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Staff Management
  • Control of Expenses
  • Coordinate Events
  • Team Leadership
  • Managing Employee Relations

Social Media Management

Managing Instagram for business. Stay current with engaging posts, stories, and videos. Responding to messages from customers and potential employees inquiring about jobs.

Timeline

Manager

Secrets Cabaret
02.2019 - Current

Bartender Shift Manager

Secrets Cabaret
02.2019 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Amazon
11.2015 - 02.2019

Head Bartender

The Jefferson Inn
04.2011 - 07.2013

No Degree - History

UMUC

High School Diploma -

Reid Ross Classical High School
Krystal Foxen