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Tara Morrison

Chilliwack,BC

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Designer

New Trendz Flooring And More Ltd
02.2022 - Current
  • Designed projects for clientele in various industries, bringing in average of $Amount revenue per year.
  • Created project budgets based on various specifications for assignment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Incorporated text comments and instructions to finalize drawings and guide installers or production staff.
  • Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to not only maintain but to extend relationship for future business opportunities.

Manager

C-Lovers
08.1994 - 01.2022
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Server Manager

C-Lovers
09.1988 - 07.1994
  • Conducted performance evaluations to identify needed merit raises or disciplinary actions.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Proactively communicated with servers to coordinate workflows and monitor service during busy shifts.
  • Liaised between servers and upper management to address issues and manage challenges.
  • Cultivated guest satisfaction and loyalty through consistent commitment to quality service.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Checked establishment, service stands, and aisle area cleanliness before welcoming guests.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.

Education

Pitt Meadows Secondary
Pitt Meadows, BC
07.1988

Skills

  • Best Practices and Standards
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Team Meetings
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Customer Relationships
  • Review Processes
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Design and Construction
  • Color Palette
  • Project Planning
  • Business Operations
  • Private Sectors
  • Active Listening
  • Compliance Evaluations
  • Site Appraisals
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office
  • Research and Development

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Number staff members
  • Interior Design Institute certification ongoing
  • Designed two home show stands

Affiliations

BCA Bodybuilding Academy

Roller Derby Association

Chilliwack Hospice Volunteer

Timeline

Project Designer

New Trendz Flooring And More Ltd
02.2022 - Current

Manager

C-Lovers
08.1994 - 01.2022

Server Manager

C-Lovers
09.1988 - 07.1994

Pitt Meadows Secondary

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