Proven leader and adept communicator, I significantly enhanced customer satisfaction and profitability at Little Caesars Pizza through innovative staff training and inventory management. Skilled in cash handling and conflict resolution, I foster teamwork and efficiency, driving results and maintaining high standards of service and compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Micheal's On Main Cafe
Micheal Shoemaker
720 E. Butterfield Road, Lombard, Illinois
01.2013 - 09.2017
Collaborated with other team members to maintain an organized workspace and provide exceptional customer service.
Assisted in employee training initiatives, providing new hires with valuable resources to excel in their roles as cage cashiers.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail while verifying currency denominations and detecting counterfeit bills effectively.
Contributed to the overall revenue growth by promptly assisting guests with monetary exchanges and transactions.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and maintaining accurate cash balances.
Developed trust among patrons by upholding the highest standards of confidentiality regarding financial information.
Exhibited professionalism under pressure during high-volume periods while maintaining accuracy in all transactions.
Supported a positive work culture within the main cage team through open communication channels with supervisors and colleagues alike.
Provided excellent guest experiences through friendly interactions and fast resolution of any issues or concerns related to transactions.
Maintained a clean and orderly workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
Trained, oriented and mentored new cashiers in money handling and cage security procedures.
General Manager of Food Service
Little Caesars Pizza
13541 S. Cicero Ave., Crestwood, Illinois
06.2009 - 02.2014
Reduced food waste through better inventory management and portion control, leading to increased profitability.
Maintained open lines of communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, ensuring seamless coordination for optimal service delivery.
Increased customer satisfaction by implementing effective staff training and performance management programs.
Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and profit maximization strategies.
Created a positive dining atmosphere by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the establishment.
Optimized scheduling practices for efficient staffing levels during peak hours, reducing labor costs without sacrificing service quality.
Improved staff retention rates by offering competitive compensation packages and fostering a supportive work environment.
Cultivated an inclusive workplace culture that encouraged teamwork, promoted diversity, and supported professional growth opportunities for all employees.
Boosted employee morale with regular team-building activities, improving communication and collaboration.
Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
Oversaw training of more than [Number] team members.
Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
Formulated and implemented marketing strategies to increase sales and customer loyalty.
Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Developed and implemented customer service standards and best practices to enforce compliance and meet criteria requirements.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.