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Deepaq Arora

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Dynamic, motivated, detail-focused and solution-oriented Business professional. Self-directed, perform efficiently in busy environment handling many tasks simultaneously. Collaborative team leader, with client facing talents, guiding and mentoring the delivery of excellent customer service. Committed to creative problem solving and implementing best practices to boost business and sales.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Franchisee

Harvey's (multi-location)
01.2012 - Current


  • Consistently achieving revenue goals and ranking among the top performing franchises.
  • Develop quarterly financial reports, budgets, forecasts to track revenue generation and expenditures.
  • Designed and implemented engaging promotional campaigns, including coupon offers & special daily deals.
  • Build location from ground up, sourcing contractors and equipment, marketing location, hiring employees and management.
  • Coordinated special customer appreciation events and fund raisers to grow community awareness of location and increase revenue.
  • Administered schedules, payroll and deposits.
  • Kept employee turnover low by reinforcing positive actions and creating a fun environment.
  • Provide quarterly updates and expeditiously respond to inquiries from corporate headquarters.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.

Franchisee

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
06.2010 - 08.2016


● Started the company from the ground up, while wearing every hat of the company.

● Trained and developed managers & supervisors through orientations, ongoing feedback, and establishment of performance expectations and by conducting performance reviews.

● Increased sales by ensuring guest satisfaction and prompt problem resolution.

● Managed the restaurant in accordance with Brand standards, policies and procedures.

● Participation in local events, meetings and organizing charity and fundraisers.

● Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires & terminations.

● Successfully grew the customer base and hence revenue.

● Maintained a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents.

● Correctly calculated inventory, coached and ordered appropriate supplies.

Team Lead (Mechanical Engineering Technologist)

Halliburton
02.2004 - 02.2010


● Effectively guided technical project development and helped to steer and improve program processes.

● Planned and executed assigned engineering designs with accuracy.

● Worked with program managers to ensure proper, adequate technical staffing and budgets were honored.

● Executed design and development efforts in adherence to all engineering design standards.

● Attended meetings to discuss projects with clients, contractors, and other engineers.

● Worked to quickly resolve technical conflicts and issues.

● Oversaw installation and maintenance of field equipment.

● Optimized safety processes to secure personnel and equipment.

Software used: SAP, AutoCAD and MS Office

Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Schlumberger
08.1997 - 07.2003

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Himachal Pradesh University
India

Dip. - Mechanical Engineering

Indo Swiss Training Centre, CSIO
India

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Project Planning
  • Keen awareness of market dynamics
  • Inventory Control Skills
  • Prioritization and scheduling skills
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Budget management
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Ability to multitask

Accomplishments

  • Guided and steered renovation projects ensuring we adhered to budget limits.
  • Building strong and capable TEAM
  • Seeing individuals thriving, growing and succeeding are the actual markers of meaningful success.
  • Community and social impact

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Franchisee

Harvey's (multi-location)
01.2012 - Current

Franchisee

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
06.2010 - 08.2016

Team Lead (Mechanical Engineering Technologist)

Halliburton
02.2004 - 02.2010

Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Schlumberger
08.1997 - 07.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Himachal Pradesh University

Dip. - Mechanical Engineering

Indo Swiss Training Centre, CSIO
Deepaq Arora