Lydia Bennett
Lamarque,Texas
Summary
Seasoned District Manager with a proven track record at Taco Cabana, enhancing operational standards and employee morale across multiple locations. Expert in strategic planning and leadership, adept at fostering professional growth and boosting efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in training delivery by leveraging technology, showcasing strong recruiting and customer service skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
Taco Cabana
05.2018 - Current
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
- Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
Payroll Clerk
Galveston ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Responded to employee inquiries to clarify payroll issues regarding wages, deductions and taxes.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
Training and Development Manager
Whataburger Restaurants L&c
05.2005 - 08.2016
- Developed high-performing teams through strategic coaching and mentoring initiatives for managers and supervisors.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices in adult education methodologies across the organization.
- Optimized departmental performance with thorough needs assessments, aligning training programs to business objectives.
- Achieved greater efficiency in the delivery of training programs by leveraging technology and digital tools for content creation, learning management, and reporting.
General Manager
Checkers
05.1995 - 04.2005
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, TX12-2020
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Recruiting and hiring
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
Timeline
District Manager
Taco Cabana
05.2018 - Current
Payroll Clerk
Galveston ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
Training and Development Manager
Whataburger Restaurants L&c
05.2005 - 08.2016
General Manager
Checkers
05.1995 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston
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