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LISA M CORRAO

Dousman,WI

Summary

Resourceful professional in management operations known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless execution of business strategies and enhancement of team performance.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

District Operations Manager

TAHER INC
Minnetonka, MN
08.2000 - Current
  • Managed food service operations across 25 school districts in Wisconsin and Indiana
  • Enhanced management capabilities of Directors, leading to effective team building
  • Handle diverse business portfolio generating $16M annually
  • Managed efficient operations in busy cafeterias
  • Maintain continuous communication to build trust
  • Develop annual financial plans for contractual agreements
  • Maintained budgetary targets across multiple contracts
  • Developed and performed public presentations for school boards
  • Collaborates on menu planning to optimize participation
  • Follows established protocols ensuring compliance with safety standards
  • Enhanced profits by implementing promotional activities across multiple areas
  • Participated in bid meetings for various contracts
  • Facilitates weekly discussions with management team
  • Traveling to various locations 80% of the week
  • Organizes weekly calendars
  • Managed social media channels to promote school programs

Assistant Food Service Director

JANESVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Janesville, WI
08.1998 - 08.2000
  • Hired and trained a team of 65 union members
  • Managed daily activities across 22 culinary facilities
  • Trained team members in multiple roles
  • Collaborated with team to enhance customer service via staff training
  • Established and implemented food safety monitoring protocols
  • Involved in creating and brainstorming new menu options
  • Created accountability tracking mechanisms to enhance financial performance
  • Enhanced catering menu and operations system boosting revenue
  • Developed promotions to market programs

Server/Trainer

Applebees Restaurant
Janesville, WI
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Ensured welcoming environment through positive hospitality
  • Addressed guest concerns swiftly and with empathy
  • Maintained transparent communication with management throughout shifts
  • Maintained transparency and trust across all interactions
  • Processed cash and credit transactions efficiently
  • Trained new associates using corporate training program
  • Earned top rankings in sales contests

General Manager

Perkins Family Restaurants
, Wisconsin
01.1987 - 01.1996
  • Managed overall restaurant operations
  • Achieved annual financial targets
  • Showed integrity and honesty in interactions with guests, team members, managers
  • Increased revenue by cultivating strong customer relationships
  • Launched new Rockford, IL branch
  • Managed local marketing for five restaurants

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education/Performing Arts

U. of Mary, U. of MN-Duluth, St. Cloud State U
Bismarck, ND

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Staff Management
  • Financial Management
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • P&L Management
  • Operations Management
  • Contract Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Data Analysis

Timeline

District Operations Manager

TAHER INC
08.2000 - Current

Assistant Food Service Director

JANESVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.1998 - 08.2000

Server/Trainer

Applebees Restaurant
01.1996 - 01.1998

General Manager

Perkins Family Restaurants
01.1987 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education/Performing Arts

U. of Mary, U. of MN-Duluth, St. Cloud State U

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