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Lauren Johnson

Waco,TX

Summary

Highly driven General Manager successful at implementing strategic approaches to drive profitability and sales. Recognized for performance excellence in operations and customer care. Successful at motivating, training and developing team members to drive profitability in highly competitive environment.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

McDonald's
Waco, Texas
10.2018 - 08.2024
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.

People Department Manager

McDonald's
San Diego, CA
04.2013 - 09.2018
  • Created onboarding materials for new hires including orientation packets, training materials, and job descriptions.
  • Conducted exit interviews to determine reasons for employee turnover.
  • Managed the performance review process for all employees in the People Department.

Office Manager

Jackson Hewitt
San Diego, CA
12.2007 - 04.2013
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.

Business Manager

Sweet Factory
San Diego, CA
01.2004 - 12.2007
  • Negotiated pricing agreements with vendors and suppliers based on organizational needs.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
  • Managed a team of staff members, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful completion of projects.

Education

Ph.D. - Restaurant Management

Hamburger University
Chicago, IL
01-2022

State License - Pharmacy Technology

United Education Institute
San Diego, CA
01-2000

Skills

  • Staff Supervision
  • Financial Administration
  • Sales
  • Distribution Management
  • P&L Management
  • Schedule Management

Certification

Serve Safe Certified

Timeline

General Manager

McDonald's
10.2018 - 08.2024

People Department Manager

McDonald's
04.2013 - 09.2018

Office Manager

Jackson Hewitt
12.2007 - 04.2013

Business Manager

Sweet Factory
01.2004 - 12.2007

Ph.D. - Restaurant Management

Hamburger University

State License - Pharmacy Technology

United Education Institute
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