High-energy Assistant General Manager, with a passion for team growth and development. Excels in optimizing profitability and efficiency through strategic planning and organizing. With a high prioritization for driving results to continuously improve operational standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Panera Bread
Elk River, MN & Fredericksburg, VA
09.2020 - Current
Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for optimal profitability.
Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.
Improved employee morale through recognition programs that acknowledged individual achievements and team successes.
Optimized scheduling practices to ensure appropriate coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Shift Supervisor
Panera Bread
Elk River, MN
01.2020 - 09.2020
Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for daily operations.
Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
Retail Team Member & Trainer
Panera Bread
Elk River, MN
06.2018 - 01.2020
Enhanced team productivity by assisting in training new hires on store policies, procedures, and best practices.
Contributed to increased sales through effective upselling techniques and product knowledge sharing with customers.
Upheld a high standard of cleanliness throughout the cafe, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for both guests and employees.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN
12.2023
Skills
Team training & development
Hiring, onboarding and scheduling
Employee & Guest Relations
Strategic planning & organizing
Sales Forecasting
P&L Management
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Panera Bread
09.2020 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Panera Bread
01.2020 - 09.2020
Retail Team Member & Trainer
Panera Bread
06.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management