Motivated business professional bringin 14+ years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Owner
Sugar Bowl Bakery & Cafe - Kaiser Hospital Geary
12.2010 - 11.2023
Consulted with customers, doctors, and employees to assess needs and propose healthy hand crafted designed daily menus for multiple locations.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily responsibilities and functions.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends at other bakeries and cafes
Adhered to regulatory and policy changes from government entities and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success at Kaiser Hospitals.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
Store Manager
Sugar Bowl Bakery & Cafe - Berkeley
02.2009 - 12.2010
Managed inventory control, cash control, and cafe opening and closing procedures.
Communicated with store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions in cafe.
Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.