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Monica Kennedy

Monica Kennedy

Hanford,CA

Summary

General Manager with 28 years of customer service experience. Outgoing and energetic personality. Passionate about working with people and fostering teamwork. Skilled in organizing schedules and ensuring effective collaboration. Experienced in fast-paced, high-stakes business environments. Strong focus on leadership and problem-solving. Background in strategic planning and operational efficiency. Ready to bring a fresh perspective to a new field and drive success and innovation.

Work History

General Manager (GM)

Staples
  • 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.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • 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.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • 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.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.

Food Service Tech II

Coalinga State Hospital
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, adhering to health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Increased efficiency in the kitchen by multitasking and coordinating various tasks simultaneously.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing dietary restrictions or allergies with appropriate substitutions or modifications when necessary.

Server, supervisor

Sizzler
  • Trained new servers on company policies, procedures, and best practices for exceptional guest service.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when handling cash transactions, ensuring accurate billing for customers'' meals while maintaining security measures at all times.
  • Successfully resolved customer complaints, ensuring repeat business and positive dining experiences.
  • Contributed to increased sales with upselling techniques, effective menu presentation, and knowledge of specials.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during busy periods without sacrificing quality of service or employee satisfaction.
  • Developed strong relationships with regular customers, leading to increased loyalty and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment by adhering to hygiene standards and restaurant policies.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service to guests.
  • Boosted team morale through motivational leadership style that encouraged collaboration, open communication, and recognition of individual achievements.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with grace and professionalism, ensuring guests'' needs were met efficiently while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Education

High School Diploma - High School/GED

Ygnacio Valley
Concord, CA
06-1998

Skills

  • I'm an outgoing energetic person; worked in customer service for 28 years now I love working with people Great with team work, organizing, scheduling and getting the team to work together to get the job done
  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Time management
  • Training and coaching
  • Team leadership
  • Staff management
  • Customer relations
  • Training and development
  • Relationship building
  • Staff training
  • Staff training/development
  • Inventory control
  • Customer relationship management
  • Staff supervision
  • Goal setting
  • Employee scheduling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Administrative skills
  • Staff development
  • P&L management
  • Team training and development
  • Motivation
  • Client relations
  • Schedule management
  • Staff motivation
  • Labor cost controls
  • Customer retention
  • Process improvements
  • Deadline oriented
  • Strategic planning
  • Performance improvement
  • Vendor relationships
  • Employee development
  • Project management
  • Consistently meet goals
  • Facility management
  • Performance improvements
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication
  • Staffing
  • Performance evaluations
  • Recruitment
  • Workflow planning
  • Expense control
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Business development
  • Troubleshooting expertise
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Operations oversight
  • Performance analysis
  • Project planning
  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Business administration
  • Quality management
  • Sales expertise
  • Team oversight
  • Sales analysis
  • New business development
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Sales team development
  • Total quality management

Activities

  • General Manager
  • Server
  • Supervisor

Detailed References

Jorge Romero, General Manager, Staples, 209-207-4565

Desired Occupation

General Manager/Supervisor

Desired Job Location

  • Fresno County
  • Kings County
  • Tulare County

Timeline

General Manager (GM)

Staples

Food Service Tech II

Coalinga State Hospital

Server, supervisor

Sizzler

High School Diploma - High School/GED

Ygnacio Valley
Monica Kennedy