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Shannon James

Columbia,SC
Shannon James

Summary

Proven Operations Manager with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction at First Watch Daytime Cafe. Skilled in team leadership and problem-solving, adept at multitasking and organization. Demonstrated ability to improve performance outcomes and manage complex projects, leveraging expertise in HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. Achieved significant improvements in accountability and service quality.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

First Watch Daytime Cafe

Operations Manager
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.

J.R. Cash's Grill & Bar

Manager
08.2018 - 09.2023

Job overview

• Oversee employment work in front and back of house to ensure compliance with company policies,
regulations, and food safety guidelines
• Maintain payroll personnel, paperwork, and other issues as they occur
• Responsible for ordering supplies, inventory control, and establishing relationships with suppliers
• Manager an effective schedule by working actively with workforce management team to maximize
productivity
• Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, garnishing, and presentation of food to ensure that
food is prepared and presented in an accountable manner.
• Investigate and resolve complaints regarding quality, service, or accommodations
• Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality
and quantity
• Perform food preparation or service tasks, such as cooking and serving food and drinks, when
necessary.

  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

River Rat Brewery

Assistant Kitchen Manager
01.2017 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Effectively manage restaurant in absence of Kitchen Manager.
  • Ensures Kitchen runs smoothly in terms of food preparation and timely service
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Responsible for training and developing new crew members.
  • Phenomenal ability to plan, supervise, and handle events with great attention to detail.

Dutchman Creek Marina

Assistant Manager
04.2015 - 07.2015

Job overview

  • Progressed through promotions throughout tenure with Dutchman Creek, to serve as "right hand" to
    store's general manager.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Maintains store inventory levels. •
  • Responsible for rental equipment (Check out/in & Maintenance)
  • Responsible for live and frozen bait.

Education

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Coding Bootcamp from Computer Science And Programming
08.2024

University Overview

  • Full Stack Coding Boot Camp that comprises a series of lectures and labs designed to teach students the professional skills relevant to modern day web development
  • The course begins with an introduction to front-end technologies where students learn the basics of HTML, JAVASCRIPT, CSS, & API
  • The program then introduces the backend technologies behind APIs, Databases, and server-side software. Students gain a wide variety of skills like NODE.JS, EXPRESS.JS, REACT, SQL & NOSQL
  • Throughout the program, students will more broadly gain an appreciation and framework for learning new technologies and an understanding for broader software development.
  • Students also learn teamwork, project management, and presentation skills as part of a collaborative final project to develop a complex web application that integrates prior learning.

University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC

Bachelor of Science from Hospitality, Retail, & Tourism Management
12.2016

University Overview

  • Athletic Director's Honor Roll : Fall 2014 - 2016
  • Extracurricular Activities: Football Team 2013-2016

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Customer Service
  • HTML, JavaScript, CSS
  • APIs, Nodejs, Expressjs, React
  • SQL & NO SQL
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Collaboration

Timeline

Operations Manager
First Watch Daytime Cafe
09.2023 - Current
Manager
J.R. Cash's Grill & Bar
08.2018 - 09.2023
Assistant Kitchen Manager
River Rat Brewery
01.2017 - 08.2018
Assistant Manager
Dutchman Creek Marina
04.2015 - 07.2015
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Coding Bootcamp from Computer Science And Programming
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Bachelor of Science from Hospitality, Retail, & Tourism Management
Shannon James