Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Additional Information
Timeline
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Scott E. McGinnis

Gulfport,MS

Summary

Resourceful and reliable worker with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Proven to identify and resolve small and complex issues to provide excellent client services. Successful watch specialist skilled in caring for average and exceptional timepieces. Customizes approaches based on unique needs of special watches and clocks. Detail-oriented in cleaning and repairing any component. Organized server/shift leader/trainer with experience in multiple restaurant environments. Effective creator of service structures with thoughtful organization. Efficient house manager and facilitator of rapid table turnover, boosting volume and increasing sales opportunities. Caring Server Shift Leader known for providing exceptional staff morale and exemplary customer service. Ready to address and resolve all conflicts in support of business goals and return patronage. Firm believer in holistic customer and employee care focused on positive experiences for both workers and diners. Proactive shift leader with experience working both FOH and BOH. Focused and hardworking team member knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation guidelines. Commended for having perfect attendance record and delivering exceptional customer service.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Watch Specialist

Dillards Department Store
Franklin , TN
09.2019 - 09.2019
  • Maintained performance by oiling moving parts of watches and clocks.
  • Removed, cleaned and replaced external components such as glass faces.
  • Cleaned, rinsed and dried timepiece parts using solutions and ultrasonic or mechanical watch-cleaning machines.
  • Adjusted timing regulators using truing calipers, watch-rate recorders and tweezers.

Server, Shift Leader

Logan’s, Roadhouse
Franklin , TN
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Worked as designated closer making sure all stations were completed.

Assistant General Manager

Twice Daily
Brentwood, TN
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Served primarily as manager on duty for second and third shifts where I was responsible for making sure daily close outs were performed and ensure store is properly stocked.
  • I trained staff on shift specific work.

Shift Leader and Trainer

Cheddars Casual Café
Jackson, Mt. Juliet, Smyrna, Hendville, Brentwood , TN
09.2012 - 01.2016
  • I started at Cheddar's in Jackson, TN in September of 2012
  • In December of 2012 moved to Nashville to work in the Smyrna, TN location as a shift leader.
  • Because of my attention to quality of standards and attention to detail I was made a trainer for back of the house CA/Expo where I moved between Mt. Juliet, Hendersonville, and Brentwood.
  • Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.

Shift Leader and Trainer

Mayes Landing Diner
Mayes Landing, NJ
01.2011 - 09.2012
  • I was the lead closer in charge of training new employees in all aspects of the day to day floor duties while continuing as a lead server.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Oversaw talented team by actively communicating project information, remedying issues and delivering positive feedback.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Monitored employee actions for safety, sanitation and general housekeeping compliance, proactively protecting staff and customers from safety hazards and infection risk.
  • Created incentive programs and contests to support and award top performers.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results.

Bartender/Server/Trainer

Midtown II
Philadelphia, PA
01.2004 - 01.2012
  • As bartender, I was responsible for making sure the bar was stocked and product was ordered.
  • As a server, I was also a trainer for new hires in all aspects of the restaurants procedures.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.

Store Manager

Milanj Jewelers
Voorhees, NJ
01.1997 - 01.2000
  • As store manager it was my responsibility to maintain proper inventory of over two million dollars in merchandise.
  • Day to day duties included bank deposits, staffing, training and creating sales events and promotions to help drive revenue.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.

Education

High School Diploma -

Collingswood High School
Collingswood, NJ
06.1986

Skills

  • Band replacement skills
  • Customer Service
  • Quality assurance
  • Leadership
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Training and Development
  • Cultural Awareness

Accomplishments

    I have 30+ years in customer service I am a very professional when it comes to dealing with the public as well as my co-workers and managers alike

Affiliations

I am a member of Downtown Presbyterian Church the oldest Presbyterian church in Nashville

Certification

  • ABC certified in Alcohol Training - 5yr certification

Additional Information

I have been in the customer service industry for over 30 years and I have pretty much done everything in a restaurant except cook. I have worked retail as well on and off in that 30 year time frame as well doing everything from Jewelry sales to store manager. I have also worked in the convenient store field as an Asst Store Manager. As well as a customer service supervisor in a Department store chain. In September of 2019 I had to relinquish my title as watch specialist for Dillard's Department Store due to me being diagnosed with Lymphoma stage 4. Vanderbilt's Ingram Cancer Center and Dr. Reddy choose a very aggressive regiment of Chemotherapy which lasted six months and required multiple hospital stays. I had the misfortune of during my stay in the hospital for my final round of chemotherapy the day I was set to go home the country went on mandatory lockdown so I went from hospital to home and not being able to go out. On my Doctor's recommendation I was unable to rejoin the work force until my body was able to regain the strength required after such an intense battle. As of December 8th of 2021 I am still cancer free.

Timeline

Watch Specialist

Dillards Department Store
09.2019 - 09.2019

Server, Shift Leader

Logan’s, Roadhouse
01.2017 - 02.2018

Assistant General Manager

Twice Daily
01.2016 - 01.2017

Shift Leader and Trainer

Cheddars Casual Café
09.2012 - 01.2016

Shift Leader and Trainer

Mayes Landing Diner
01.2011 - 09.2012

Bartender/Server/Trainer

Midtown II
01.2004 - 01.2012

Store Manager

Milanj Jewelers
01.1997 - 01.2000

High School Diploma -

Collingswood High School
Scott E. McGinnis