Sammy Elwood
Marketing & Communications
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Versatile Assistant General Manager with 9 years of experience overseeing daily managerial operations. Decisive planner and analytical problem solver with skill in managing teams to meet stringent objectives. Personable and collaborative demeanor demonstrated through polished communication and willingness to apply team feedback to resolve challenges. Proven skills in increasing customer engagement and business visibility in online searches through successful SEO approaches. Experienced in developing marketing initiatives, increasing business success and boost sales. Excellent analytical, organizational and decision-making abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kitchen Lead
GetGo Giant Eagle
03.2023 - Current
- Streamlined meal preparation processes, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Performed regular equipment inspections to proactively address maintenance needs before impacting daily operations.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and reducing waste.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain compliance with local regulations and industry best practices.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stock shortages during peak service hours or special events.
- Increased employee productivity by providing ongoing training and performance feedback for kitchen staff members.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by implementing strict kitchen cleaning routines.
SEO Specialist
Brunner
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Analyzed SEO outreach goals and presented findings to marketing director.
- Recommended changes to website architecture, content and linking to improve SEO positions for target keywords.
- Performed ongoing keyword discovery, expansion and optimization to increase organic search footprint and drive relevant site traffic.
- Optimized website content and images to improve search engine rankings.
- Researched and analyzed competitor website and advertising links to gain insight into new strategies.
- Collected and analyzed Web metrics such as visits, time on site and page views per visit.
- Researched and analyzed industry trends to inform search marketing strategies.
Assistant General Manager
AGM, Runza National, Inc
12.2013 - 08.2022
- Started working at Runza at age of 14, worked up to Assistant General Manager
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations
- Developed innovative sales proposals to promote product quality and showcase market comparisons
Education
Bachelor's degree - Sports Media and Communications
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 08.2017 - 08.2022
High school diploma - undefined
Lincoln Southwest High School
Lincoln, NE 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
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Timeline
Kitchen Lead
GetGo Giant Eagle
03.2023 - Current
SEO Specialist
Brunner
08.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor's degree - Sports Media and Communications
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
08.2017 - 08.2022
Assistant General Manager
AGM, Runza National, Inc
12.2013 - 08.2022
High school diploma - undefined
Lincoln Southwest High School
08.2013 - 05.2017
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