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Maggie Jakubiak-MacDougall

St. Catharines,ON

Summary

Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/General Manager of Operations

TL Ferguson- The Feathery Pub
01.2008 - Current
  • Manage day-to-day business operations.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers resulting in repeat business.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting and staffing.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented marketing and social media strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions ie. COVID-19 by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and best practices within all areas of operation.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.

General Manager

TL Ferguson Ltd. Upper Deck Bar & Grill
09.2012 - 01.2020
  • Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy.
  • Managed and motivated 30 + employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and other managers to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.

Education

Diploma - HR Management

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
01.2025

Post Graduate Diploma - Public Relations

Niagara College
Welland, ON
08.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Brock University
St. Catharines, ON
08.2012

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Employee reviews
  • Staff Management
  • Business marketing
  • Talent Development
  • Human Resource Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

General Manager

TL Ferguson Ltd. Upper Deck Bar & Grill
09.2012 - 01.2020

Owner/General Manager of Operations

TL Ferguson- The Feathery Pub
01.2008 - Current

Diploma - HR Management

McMaster University

Post Graduate Diploma - Public Relations

Niagara College

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Brock University
Maggie Jakubiak-MacDougall