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Mary Ortega

Wading River

Summary

Adept at operations management and leadership, I significantly enhanced team performance and customer satisfaction at M & D Smoothie DBA: Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Leveraging bilingual skills and a knack for problem resolution, I drove business growth and operational efficiency, fostering strong client and employee relationships.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

M & D Smoothie DBA: Tropical Smoothie Cafe
06.2021 - 12.2024
  • 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 upsell product or promo item to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning .
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions/catering while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
  • Oversaw successful launch of new product lines, coordinating between food an smoothie to ensure unified approach and timely delivery.
  • Payroll
  • Human resourses

Owner

Marcat Enterprise I & II
01.2014 - 06.2017
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Did All operations and management between both locations running the business with assistant managers and Shiftleads for a staff of 35 between both stores

Store Manager

Vittorio Essentials
04.2010 - 06.2014
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store with my brother successfully proactive communication and positive feedback always

Family Run Business Liquor Store

Owner

Park Avenue Mobil Drycleaning
04.2005 - 02.2009
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

I ran the business alone

Store Manager

Family Dollar
01.2000 - 03.2004
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.

Education

Business Management

Suffolk Community Collegw
Selden, NY

Business Administration And Management

Dowling College
Oakdale, NY

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Bilingual in Spanish

Timeline

General Manager

M & D Smoothie DBA: Tropical Smoothie Cafe
06.2021 - 12.2024

Owner

Marcat Enterprise I & II
01.2014 - 06.2017

Store Manager

Vittorio Essentials
04.2010 - 06.2014

Owner

Park Avenue Mobil Drycleaning
04.2005 - 02.2009

Store Manager

Family Dollar
01.2000 - 03.2004

Business Management

Suffolk Community Collegw

Business Administration And Management

Dowling College
Mary Ortega