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LoriAnn Wendt

LoriAnn Wendt

Gainesville,GA

Summary

Seasoned financial professional with a strong background in analysis and reporting. Adept at developing and managing accounting processes, budgets, and financial forecasts. Skilled in devising strategies to achieve financial objectives, drive cost reductions, and enhance profitability. Known for fostering robust management teams and upholding excellence in operations and service delivery. Demonstrating proficiency, organization, creativity, and adaptability to lead effectively in high-pressure environments with a keen focus on results. Adept at team building, relationship cultivation, and effective communication to mentor and develop team members.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

GENERAL MANAGER OF OPERATIONS

STERLING CULINARY MANAGEMENT
05.2022 - Current
  • Prepared monthly balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements and other financial reports as needed.
  • Daily management of invoice payments and GL review to ensure proper classifications.
  • Reviewed financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data to measure productivity.
  • Supervised accounts payable and accounts receivable for accuracy and completeness.
  • Set prices and credit terms for goods and services, based on forecasts of customer demand.
  • Managed profit goals against budget and prior year, keeping controllable costs within budget.
  • Analyzed data from financial reports to identify areas of improvement in business operations.
  • Created policies, procedures and guidelines for staff members' daily operations.
  • Utilized financial analysis to identify cost savings opportunities and optimize budget allocations.
  • Created periodic reports to compare budgets to actual costs.

AREA COACH

TAQUERIA TSUNAMI
05.2020 - 05.2022
  • Reviewed financial statements from each location to ensure accuracy of reporting.
  • Recognized as unit leader in sales growth for the last 2 years.
  • Elevated guest satisfaction scores above company average.
  • Built a strong relationship with The City of Peachtree Corners as well as local schools and businesses.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new Area Coaches to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for improvement in store operations.
  • Collaborated with management team to create performance goals, develop strategies, and evaluate progress.
  • Conducted regular store visits to monitor performance metrics such as inventory levels, employee morale, customer satisfaction ratings, and safety compliance.
  • Performed periodic audits of stores within the region to confirm compliance with company policies.
  • Monitored financial performance at each location against established targets.

PROPRIETOR

TED'S MONTANA GRILL
01.2017 - 05.2020

Recognized as an Outstanding Community Relations Ambassador at the annual conference.

  • Kept detailed records of inventory, company budgets and payroll.
  • Prepared and implemented detailed budgets, managing daily expenses and maximizing profit.
  • Established and monitored KPIs to optimize company performance.
  • Recognized for Top 5 highest Health Score rating.
  • Elevated Guest satisfaction surveys above the company's average.
  • Built a strong Ted's culture by exemplifying the Big Sky Spirit with every shift - every day.
  • NKH donation leader - Recognized at the annual conference.
  • Responsible for all hiring, staff training, inventory, profitability, guest satisfaction and overall reputation of Ted's Montana Grill.
  • Responsible for inventory control for all meal items and bar items.

PROPRIETOR

TED'S MONTANA GRILL
09.2014 - 12.2016
  • Recognized as Most Improved Location, took restaurant out of impairment in the first 6 months.
  • Introduced Off-Premise Catering to this location.
  • Built a strong reputation with local businesses, residents and local government.
  • Recognized for accomplishments in sales building and turning the restaurant profitable.
  • Market training location.
  • Responsible for all hiring, staff training, inventory, profitability, guest satisfaction and overall reputation of Ted's Montana Grill.
  • Trained managers and proprietors for several different locations in Georgia on computer system and how to manage high volume dining room and bar.
  • Responsible for maintenance of food equipment, bar equipment, dining room equipment, outside entrance, guest reception area and restrooms.

OPERATING PARTNER

PF CHANG'S
05.2007 - 09.2014
  • Maintained high standards of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
  • Administered bookkeeping functions to generate invoices and handle accounts payable and receivable.
  • Traveled the southeast region to various locations with Marketing Partners to perform audits and quality inspections.
  • Successfully ran the company's Market Training location.
  • Recognized sales growth leader, two-time Operating Partner of the Year.
  • Trained Operating Partners as well as Managers.
  • Responsible for implementing new menu roll-outs to the Market.
  • Responsible for implementing LEAD/DOJO in the southeast region.

OPERATING PARTNER

PF CHANG'S
09.2004 - 05.2007
  • Unit Accountant for the Atlanta locations.
  • Successfully ran the company's Market Training location.
  • Recognized sales growth leader, two-time Operating Partner of the Year.
  • Set the ‘Standards' for off-site catering and execution guidelines.
  • Trained Operating Partners as well as Managers.
  • Responsible for implementing new menu roll-outs to the Market.
  • Responsible for implementing LEAD/DOJO in the southeast region.
  • Traveled the southeast region to various locations with Marketing Partners to perform audits and quality inspections.

Skills

  • Process and Procedure Refinement
  • Project workload management
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Development of corrective action plans
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Customer Loyalty
  • Profit and Loss Control
  • P&L Administration
  • Financial oversight
  • Payroll management
  • Oversee Administrative Functions
  • Expense Monitoring
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Budget Controls
  • Manage Operations

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

GENERAL MANAGER OF OPERATIONS

STERLING CULINARY MANAGEMENT
05.2022 - Current

AREA COACH

TAQUERIA TSUNAMI
05.2020 - 05.2022

PROPRIETOR

TED'S MONTANA GRILL
01.2017 - 05.2020

PROPRIETOR

TED'S MONTANA GRILL
09.2014 - 12.2016

OPERATING PARTNER

PF CHANG'S
05.2007 - 09.2014

OPERATING PARTNER

PF CHANG'S
09.2004 - 05.2007