Tina Cardwell
Pensacola
Summary
Flexible and organized professional with several years of experience facilitating busy restaurant environment operation. Customer-driven and highly coordinated managerial staff with collaborative mindset and team orientation. Conscious innovator with consistent focus enhancing employee workplace satisfaction.
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 20 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar and Restaurant Manager
Wild Greg’s saloon
01.2020 - Current
- Established strong relationships with vendors for better pricing, timely deliveries, and improved product selection.
- Ensured compliance with state liquor laws by monitoring alcohol service and providing ongoing staff education on responsible beverage serving practices.
- Streamlined operational procedures for increased efficiency in daily tasks such as opening/closing routines, shift scheduling, and cash handling processes.
- Increased staff retention through effective hiring, training, and performance management practices.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
Corrections Officer
GEO
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
Armed Security Supervisor
Severance Security
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Coordinated with event organizers to establish appropriate security measures for large-scale gatherings or functions.
- Ensured the physical safety of employees, visitors, and property by conducting thorough inspections of facilities regularly.
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, incident reports, and personnel information for accurate documentation purposes.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
General Manager
Circle K
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Gas Station and Restaurant Manager
Hucks Gas Station
08.2013 - 04.2016
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
General Manager
Dollar General Market
02.2011 - 08.2013
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
Loan Office Manager
Check Into Cash
04.2001 - 08.2011
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Researched accounts and completed due diligence to resolve collection problems.
- Reviewed, researched, and corrected discrepancies and customer concerns.
Education
No Degree - Corrections
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL06-2019
Associate of Science - CJS
Svcc
Sterling, IL06-2002
Skills
- Multi-unit management
- Labor management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Inventory management
- Employee scheduling
- Performance evaluation
- Staff development
- Budget planning
- Labor scheduling
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Food service background
- Point of sale (POS) system operation
- Supervisory skills
- Operations management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Employee retention
Education and Training
Sterling, IL
Timeline
Bar and Restaurant Manager
Wild Greg’s saloon
01.2020 - Current
Corrections Officer
GEO
10.2018 - 08.2020
Armed Security Supervisor
Severance Security
07.2018 - 01.2020
General Manager
Circle K
04.2016 - 12.2018
Gas Station and Restaurant Manager
Hucks Gas Station
08.2013 - 04.2016
General Manager
Dollar General Market
02.2011 - 08.2013
Loan Office Manager
Check Into Cash
04.2001 - 08.2011
No Degree - Corrections
Northwest Florida State College
Associate of Science - CJS
Svcc
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