A people oriented RETAIL and FOOD SERVICE, OPERATIONS and MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL, with a tactical blend of many years of professional management education, over 20 years of hands-on combined retail and food service operations & management experience and an in-depth understanding of the art of strategic business development and talent development/engagement.
A thorough understanding of the retail and food service operations and management (within both Canadian , UK and Indian markets), strong training & development skills, strong accounting/analytical skills, strong computer skills, strong strategic planning skills, creative merchandising skills, professional time management & organizational skills, strong communication skills , keen attention to detail and follow up skills, self-motivated & energetic, proven ability to work independently as well as within a team environment and outstanding negotiating & persuasion skills.
In addition, an energetic & extroverted personality with, an amazing ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment, exceptional people management/engagement skills, strong presentation & communication skills and an amazing ability to think laterally.
Retail operations
Retail business expertise with 13 years solid retail management experience. Strong business acumen with strategic planning emphasis. Commitment to achieving excellence in customer service
Financial management
Financial background with strong P&L management skills, forecasting and budgeting experience. Management of store’s overall performance using data management to maximize sales and profitability, reduce expenses and ensure compliance to company standards and procedures.
People leadership
Motivates, encourages, mentors and coaches all store associates. Encourages advancement of team goals through leadership, integrity and effective communication. Strong adherence to corporate beliefs and values.
Managed sales transactions with a revenue stream of $120m annually. Created and directed sales team training and development programs. Monitored customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.
Instrumental in the restructuring and retraining of three failing store locations. Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory. Instrumental in streamlining associate base by increasing associate productivity and maximizing management efficiency. Developed and shared best practices across the company, including training and development, mentor programs, freight movement and stocking logistics, merchandising best practices, and compliance programs.
As a Food & Beverage Manager, Managing modern European Restaurant,A Lounge Bar,Night Club,middle eastern terrace restaurant,And Indian terrace restaurant Under one roof.A perfect hangout for VVIP'S. Ensuring delivery of highest level of services to customers and meeting their expectations. Accountable for implementation of all statutory and legal requirements within the department. Recommending and assisting in the implementation of activity to stimulate sales revenue. Devised plans to increase revenue and curtail expenses while focusing on maximizing profitability.
support General Manager in business and operational functions (e.g. human resources, financial management, and total quality management, (culinary and front of house operation).Demonstrating leadership and expertise in all areas of the operation. Coaching, teaching and role modeling the standards holding crew responsible for and providing the best dining experience for each guest on every visit. Creating a positive work environment for crew.
Proven leader with history of personal growth and promotions. Path has led me to ultimately managing Walmart's largest volume sales and profit location in Edmonton, and routinely overseeing all aspects of $120m dollar operations. Recently recruited to attend Walmart's premiere training course, in order to prepare for the next level promotion; Market Leader. Selected to be a facilitator in Market Development series, a course with objective and fact based training and support. Selected to serve on a panel which names new Store Managers by interviewing, vetting, and testing applicants.