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Steven Williams

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Assistant General Manager with expertise in team leadership and operational efficiency. Managed budgets and implemented growth initiatives that enhanced workflows and customer experiences. Cultivated a motivated team environment that consistently delivers high-quality service.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

California Pizza Kitchen
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2025 - Current
  • Manage daily restaurant operations to keep service running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Train and mentor staff to improve service, teamwork, and overall performance.
  • Maintain customer service standards and handle guest concerns to ensure a positive experience.
  • Oversee inventory and ordering to maintain proper stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Support multiple restaurant locations as needed, providing management coverage, training new managers, and helping locations improve operations and resolve performance issues.

Assistant General Manager

Browns Social House
Edmonton, Canada
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Hired, trained, and supervised employees while helping maintain consistent service standards.
  • Created and managed staff schedules based on business needs, staffing levels, and employee availability.
  • Organized daily staff assignments and made adjustments throughout the shift to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Supported the General Manager with day-to-day restaurant operations and helped address staffing and operational issues as they came up.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized environment for both staff and guests.

General Manager

Saigon Xua
Vancouver, Canada
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Managed budgets and financial performance, monitoring revenue and expenses closely.
  • Structured internal operations and outlined policies and procedures.
  • Identified opportunities for growth and expansion within market.
  • Managed customer experiences with close eye on team interactions, touchpoints and methods of engagement.
  • Planned layouts for optimum workflows and business results.
  • Conducted periodic performance reviews to assess employee performance.
  • Set prices or credit terms for goods or services based on forecasts or customer demand.
  • Reviewed financial statements and activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.

Owner

Sunspa Auto Wash
Montreal, Canada
02.2017 - 01.2023
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the car wash, including the detailing bay and wash line.
  • Scheduled staff each week based on business needs and expected workload.
  • Managed and trained employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment use, and customer service.
  • Oversaw vehicle quality checks to make sure cars were properly cleaned before being returned to customers.
  • Looked for ways to improve workflow, reduce backlogs, and keep vehicles moving through the wash efficiently.
  • Handled customer concerns and worked to maintain strong customer relationships and repeat business.
  • Oversaw the use of cleaning and detailing products to ensure vehicles were cleaned and maintained to a high standard.
  • Made day-to-day decisions to keep the business running efficiently and maintain service quality.

Store Supervisor

Starbucks
Vancouver, Canada
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Created schedules and maintained floor positioning and daily tasks.
  • Made connections with customers in order to ensure satisfaction, expand customer base and raise revenues.
  • Maintained daily product count and weekly orders.
  • Kept employees satisfied and working hard through consistent training, mentoring, and support.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by enforcing service-oriented policies.

Corporate Trainer

Tim Hortons
Ramara, Canada
02.2018 - 09.2021

Corporate Trainer – Tim Hortons

  • Supported the opening of new Tim Hortons locations, working alongside corporate teams to prepare stores for successful launches.
  • Trained and coached new management teams on daily operations, company standards, customer service, and leadership expectations.
  • Trained and supported new employees to ensure they were prepared to work independently before and after store opening.
  • Assisted with the launch of new locations in First Nations communities, helping management and staff become familiar with operational procedures and company expectations.
  • Provided hands-on support during new-store openings, helping identify and resolve operational issues as they arose.
  • Traveled to different locations as needed to support struggling stores, assist management teams, and provide additional training.
  • Worked closely with corporate leadership to ensure new locations met operational, service, and training standards prior to launch.
  • Helped develop and strengthen management teams by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support.

Server/Bartender

Old Spaghetti Factory
Vancouver, British Columbia
04.2014 - 02.2018
  • Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Managed guest orders accurately using restaurant point-of-sale system.
  • Trained new servers on menu items and service protocols.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverages to enhance guest dining experience.

Education

High School Degree -

Albert Campbell Collegiate

Hospitality and Tourism Management - ProServe, Food Safety, First Aid

George Brown College
Toronto

Skills

  • Outgoing
  • Charismatic
  • Team building
  • Motivated
  • Articulate
  • Business operations

Languages

  • English, Proficient (C2)
  • French, Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Manager

California Pizza Kitchen
06.2025 - Current

Assistant General Manager

Browns Social House
03.2025 - 06.2025

Store Supervisor

Starbucks
09.2021 - 02.2022

General Manager

Saigon Xua
01.2021 - 01.2023

Corporate Trainer

Tim Hortons
02.2018 - 09.2021

Owner

Sunspa Auto Wash
02.2017 - 01.2023

Server/Bartender

Old Spaghetti Factory
04.2014 - 02.2018

High School Degree -

Albert Campbell Collegiate

Hospitality and Tourism Management - ProServe, Food Safety, First Aid

George Brown College
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