Rebecca Lawrence
Howell,MI
Summary
Organized and personable business and people manager.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Michael
Hartland, MI
03.2021 - 12.2025
- Hired to manage permitting operations for three service divisions; role expanded to include fleet operations, uniforms and company-wide event coordination.
- Managed permitting for three divisions, coordinating customer inspections and ensuring regulatory compliance
- Oversaw fleet operations, including maintenance scheduling, repairs, insurance, registration and vehicle availability for technicians
- Led transition to company-provided uniforms, generating annual cost savings of $100K+
- Planned and executed all company-wide events (celebrations, picnics, etc.)
- Formerly Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mr Sparky and One Hour Heating and Cooling
Consultant
Hatorando Sushi
Hartland, MI
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Brought on to draw from decades of experience to set up operations for a successful opening.
- Brought on as interim general manager to establish restaurant operations for a successful opening
- Developed daily operating and closing procedures
- Hired, trained, and coached front-of-house, bar, and wait staff on service standards and safety requirements
- Led POS system setup, vendor coordination, and data entry
- Sourced food and liquor suppliers and implemented inventory controls to reduce waste
- Oversaw design and setup of the main bar area
Floor & Bar Manager
Highland House
Highland, MI
07.2016 - 06.2020
- Managed daily front-of-house and bar operations, including staff scheduling, inventory ordering, and customer issue resolution, driving strong service standards and payroll efficiency.
Bartender
Bon Gusto
Brighton, MI
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Delivered high-quality guest experiences through expert cocktail preparation and deep knowledge of craft beer, wine, and spirits in a high-traffic bar environment.
Bartender, Bar Manager, General Manager
O'Malleys
Hartland, MI
02.2005 - 07.2016
- Joined the opening bartending team and advanced to general manager, overseeing restaurant operations, staff leadership and community partnerships to grow revenue and strengthen the business's local reputation.
Education
Culinary Arts -
South Warwickshire College of Further Education
Skills
- Business and operational management
- Team leadership
- Hiring
- Training
- Scheduling
- Customer experience
- Issue resolution
- Vendor relations
- Supplier relations
- Inventory control
- Asset control
- Cost control
- Fleet coordination
- Facilities coordination
- Equipment coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Permitting
- Event planning
- Logistics
- Point of sale systems
- Administrative processes
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Michael
03.2021 - 12.2025
Consultant
Hatorando Sushi
01.2020 - 10.2020
Floor & Bar Manager
Highland House
07.2016 - 06.2020
Bartender
Bon Gusto
07.2016 - 07.2017
Bartender, Bar Manager, General Manager
O'Malleys
02.2005 - 07.2016
Culinary Arts -
South Warwickshire College of Further Education