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SABRINA L. SUTTON

Barnesville,Georgia

Summary

Results-oriented, resourceful, and self-motivated professional with extensive expertise in customer service, sales growth, record keeping, and relationship management. Highly skilled in building rapport, analyzing customer needs, overcoming obstacles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and the ability to make critical decisions during challenging situations. Adaptable and transformational leader who excels both independently and as a team player, driving the development of opportunities that align with organizational goals. Quick to adapt to new industry trends and highly efficient in managing multiple competing tasks. Known for a strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to compliance with professional codes, regulations, and company policies.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Manager

15th Street Pizza & Pub
08.2023 - Current
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.

Restaurant Manager

Ocharleys Restaurant
01.2018 - 08.2023
  • Interact positively with customers while promoting current promotions and services
  • Conduct timely performance evaluations for all front-of-house staff
  • Skillfully interact with external vendors to obtain the best quality in pricing and product
  • Invent special and organize events to provide a healthy and family-oriented environment
  • Delegate tasks to ensure the cleanliness and safety of the restaurant for staff and guests
  • Response to customer complaints and took proper action to ensure food quality and service
  • Utilize expansive knowledge of mix beverages, specialty liquor, and craft beers to serve customers.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.

Manager

DaVincis
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Coordinated Events, customer relations, banquet booking, pricing, and formatting
  • Insured that employees completed the required daily tasks in a timely manner
  • Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations
  • Developed expertise in providing excellent customer service leading to 100% satisfaction
  • Ensured restaurant compliance with state policies, procedures, and government regulations
  • Interviewed new staff candidates and provided input for staffing, promotions, and salary changes.

Probation Aide

Sentinel Offender Services
08.2012 - 06.2014
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals
  • Developed customer loyalty by placing follow-up calls for customers who reported product issues
  • Checked to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems
  • Serviced providers and members on claims adjustments processes and benefits information
  • Managed the receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone.

Administrative Assistant

Georgia Emissions
06.2007 - 04.2012
  • Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget
  • Maintained the front desk and reception area in a neat and organized fashion
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages
  • Compiled company information and related material and distributed it to candidates
  • Completed data entry, tracked resumes and maintained the applicant tracking system
  • Served as central point of contact for all outside vendors needing to gain access to the building.

Account Manager

Georgia Power
03.1999 - 10.2003
  • Developed, maintained and utilized diverse client base.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.

Administrative Assistant

Moss Floors
02.1995 - 02.1999
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
  • Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
  • Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA
05-2026

Bachelors Of Science - Criminal Justice

South University
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2016

1st Year Undergraduate - Criminal Justice

Strayer University
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2014

High School Diploma - undefined

Eagles Landing High School
Stockbridge, Georgia
01.1997

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Kitchen oversight
  • Restaurant operations management
  • Recruitment
  • Purchasing and cost control
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Inventory control and record keeping
  • Supervisory skills

Prior Experience

  • Customer service, 2012-08-01, 2014-06-30, Sentinel Offender Services, McDonough, Georgia, Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals., Developed customer loyalty by placing follow-up calls for customers who reported product issues., Checked to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems., Serviced providers and members on claims adjustments processes and benefits information., Managed the receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone.
  • Administrative Assistant, 2007-06-01, 2012-04-30, Georgia Emissions, Stockbridge, Georgia, Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget., Maintained the front desk and reception area in a neat and organized fashion., Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages., Compiled company information and related material and distributed it to candidates., Completed data entry, tracked resumes and maintained the applicant tracking system., Served as central point of contact for all outside vendors needing to gain access to the building.
  • Customer service, 2005-03-01, 2007-06-30, Tucker Communications, Stockbridge, Georgia
  • Account Manager, 1999-03-01, 2003-10-31, Georgia Power, Stockbridge, Georgia
  • Administrative Assistant, 1995-02-01, 1999-02-28, Moss Floors, McDonough, Georgia

Strengths & Capabilities

  • Friendly and charming personality with positive attitude to influence others
  • Exceptional customer service skills with strong leadership and administrative skills
  • Proven ability to supervise and monitor KPIs and provide constructive feedback
  • Ability to build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders
  • Great interpersonal skills with strong team spirit and great respect for diversity
  • Strong analytical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Outstanding ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team environment
  • Strong time management, problem solving, good prioritizing and team player
  • Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & Quick Books, Sentrak, AS400.

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

15th Street Pizza & Pub
08.2023 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Ocharleys Restaurant
01.2018 - 08.2023

Manager

DaVincis
01.2013 - 01.2018

Probation Aide

Sentinel Offender Services
08.2012 - 06.2014

Administrative Assistant

Georgia Emissions
06.2007 - 04.2012

Account Manager

Georgia Power
03.1999 - 10.2003

Administrative Assistant

Moss Floors
02.1995 - 02.1999

Bachelors Of Science - Criminal Justice

South University

1st Year Undergraduate - Criminal Justice

Strayer University

High School Diploma - undefined

Eagles Landing High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Crescent Technical College
SABRINA L. SUTTON