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RAGAN LIVINGSTON

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Innovative Location Manager with 10 years of experience running exceptionally profitable branch management operations. Respected visionary and business developer committed to customer focus and respect for employees. Creative problem solver and builder of teams that function at highest levels of independence and effectiveness.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RL
01.2022
  • Inspected received food items to verify quality, quantity, and freshness of goods received
  • Managed food and supplies inventory to keep adequate levels for expected demands
  • Assisted in developing menus based on expressed preferences of client and contract requirements
  • Developed food storage and rotation metrics and maintained team member compliance
  • Kept food costs in line by minimizing waste and controlling the portions on each dish
  • Acquired talent by proactively recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff that embodying company's customer service-oriented values
  • Monitored the performance of 285 union workers and consistently improved the productivity of each team member with hands-on, motivational approaches.

Location Manager

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
12.2016 - Current
  • Hired, trained, and supervised professional and entry-level staff members and evaluated performance and success
  • Understood state-level product requirements for new markets within region and identified key areas for sales and marketing focus
  • Identified and implemented value-added process improvements that upgraded customer and associate experiences
  • Spearheaded location and regional policy changes in collaboration with corporate leadership and negotiated for location concerns
  • Oversaw daily operations of specific location and understood regional culture, business climate, and customers
  • Created motivated environment and inspired associates to exceed expectations and goals and to communicate openly
  • Addressed customer concerns and complaints directly and maintained maximum satisfaction by implementing quick resolutions.

Food Service Supervisor

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
03.2014 - 12.2016
  • Oversaw food preparation and cooking activities to uphold safe and sanitary practices, check portion control, and assess final presentation
  • Coordinated work of janitorial staff handling dining and kitchen areas, keeping spaces clean and sanitized according to optimal standards
  • Coordinated scheduling of deliveries with suppliers and vendors to obtain products on-time and keep stock fresh.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Skills

  • Problem-solving Multitasking
  • Prioritization Operational oversight
  • Continuous improvement Sales
  • Team supervision

Certification

City of Philadelphia Department of Public Health Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate ServSafe Food Manager Certificate

Timeline

RL
01.2022

Location Manager

Drexel University
12.2016 - Current

Food Service Supervisor

Drexel University
03.2014 - 12.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
RAGAN LIVINGSTON