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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Riley Cuthbert

525 Des Meurons Street, Winnipeg,MB

Summary

An attentive and dependable professional with training and experience to handle stressful situations. A team leader with excellent communication, decision-making skills, and strive to effectively build integrity and understanding in all work relationships. A keen ability to work independently without supervision as well as a leader in a team environment. Continuous participation with ongoing operational training in corporate government policies ensures coordination of emergency actions are organized in a timely manner.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Store Manager

Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, Dominion Centre Liquor Mart
10.2020 - Current
  • Increased customer service excellence and meeting exceeding sales budget goals while maintaining compliance with corporate policies and objectives.
  • Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
  • Continuously train staff on corporate security procedures and updates.
  • Maintained accurate records of emergency communications for improved incident management and analysis.
  • Implemented best practices for call-taking procedures based on feedback from supervisors and peers, resulting in improved overall performance.
  • Contributed to the safety of both customers and employees by providing timely and effective communication with our Corporate Security department and the WPS.
  • Managed various teams of 15-25 employees through daily store operations including scheduling, hiring, coaching and team building.

Store Manager

Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries
04.2015 - 10.2020
  • Taught and maintained the compliance standards of the Liquor and Gaming Control Act regulations and the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries policies and objectives.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Increased store sales year after year to exceed budget expectations.
  • Facilitated successful implementation of emergency procedures and communicating pertinent information swiftly to first responders and head office.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.

Vendor Manager

Keystone Motor Inn
11.2013 - 04.2015
  • Managed and oversaw hiring process and training of 10 employees.
  • Built strong relationships with both customers, sales representatives and commercial sales coordinators.
  • Expanded vendor inventory and product selection to customers.

Irrigation Crew Member

Koch Fertilizer Canada ULC
08.2013 - 11.2013
  • Field pipe maintenance during summer months on a team of 6
  • Learned valuable team building and communication skills
  • Executed daily safety checks and procedures to equipment and in the field.

Front Office Administrator

Toromont Cat
08.2012 - 07.2013
  • Responded to 50 plus service inquiries daily from callers and various corporate departments.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics by collaborating effectively with colleagues on various projects.
  • Performed extensive record and document archiving.
  • Processed various invoices and payment submissions by customers as well as staff expenses.

Assistant Front Desk Manager

Royal Oak Inn & Suites
04.2012 - 07.2012
  • Supervised front desk staff consisting of 8 employees.
  • Maintained high level of service and hospitality, contributing to corporate service recognition for property.
  • Monitored front desk staffing hours and scheduled weekly employee shifts.
  • Assisted in developing staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours and special events.

Education

Emerging Leaders Program Certificate: Harvard Learning -

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
01.2024

Certificate in Applied Management: Retail : Business Management -

The University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
01.2016

Higher Certificate of Product Knowledge - MBLL -

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
01.2015

Bachelor of Science - A.D.E.S. Applied Disaster Emergency Studies

Brandon University
Brandon, MB
01.2010

High School Diploma -

Minnedosa Collegiate
Minnedosa, MB
01.2005

Skills

  • Technical aptitude and high stress tolerance during emergency situations
  • Strong priority management, organizational and decisive decision-making abilities
  • Computer Skills: iTrak (security incident reporting application), Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, various scheduling and data entry software programs
  • Supports and enforces all company policies and standards
  • Non-violent crisis intervention (NVCI) and conflict management training
  • Strong priority/time management, situational awareness and problem solving skills
  • Excellent record retention and incident documentation practices
  • Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, various scheduling and data entry software programs, high keyboarding speed
  • Experienced with various software to create financial reports, policies and presentations

Certification

  • MSDS/WHMIS Certification
  • First Aid 2 with CPR & AED Usage Certification.
  • Valid Class 4F Drivers License

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Assistant Store Manager

Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, Dominion Centre Liquor Mart
10.2020 - Current

Store Manager

Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries
04.2015 - 10.2020

Vendor Manager

Keystone Motor Inn
11.2013 - 04.2015

Irrigation Crew Member

Koch Fertilizer Canada ULC
08.2013 - 11.2013

Front Office Administrator

Toromont Cat
08.2012 - 07.2013

Assistant Front Desk Manager

Royal Oak Inn & Suites
04.2012 - 07.2012

Emerging Leaders Program Certificate: Harvard Learning -

University of Manitoba

Certificate in Applied Management: Retail : Business Management -

The University of Manitoba

Higher Certificate of Product Knowledge - MBLL -

University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Science - A.D.E.S. Applied Disaster Emergency Studies

Brandon University

High School Diploma -

Minnedosa Collegiate
  • MSDS/WHMIS Certification
  • First Aid 2 with CPR & AED Usage Certification.
  • Valid Class 4F Drivers License
Riley Cuthbert