Ambitious individual equipped with high-level business acumen and history of leadership. Works collaboratively with teams to achieve goals and improve performance. Thrives in fast-paced environments with strong time management and prioritisation skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit manager
J D Wetherspoon
Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire
07.2002 - Current
Team training and development, guiding and coaching dozens of deputy & kitchen managers through the training programme and producing several unit managers for the company. Always in the top 2% of completed and successful training programmes by boosting employee motivation, guiding staff development and facilitating team building and morale within the business. Devised staff succession plans to enable professional development and designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build a successful team from identifying vacancies, screening applicants through to employment, establishing reasonable adjustments and providing work/life balance which leads to long term employment, reduced turnover and stability within the business. Working in line with the UK Home office and proof of right to work documentation.
Working actively with the management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends, holding weekly management meetings, delegating sales building and cost saving plans. Reviewing plans and targets weekly and reacting to changes and shifts in business to achieve maximum profits.
Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities/tasks to staff abilities by understanding and getting to know staff members and how to use their strengths to achieve the best possible outcome both for them and the business.
Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives, by using daily and weekly profit and loss reports, breaking targets down to achievable goals and tracking weekly spends. Implementing best practise guides of spending and cost saving: staff hours, maintenance costs, supply equipment, business stock, recycling and energy action plans.
Maintained high professional standards by monitoring staff performance and conducting annual appraisals.
The Area Personnel unit manager; offering personnel advice to other unit managers on the area regarding Staff disciplinary, investigations, well-being/stress management, grievances and appeals. Conducting appeal, grievance, disciplinary hearings and delivering outcomes. Up to date employment law knowledge and advanced company training in people management and human resources.
Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning through the use of P&L accounts, budgets, sales trackers, KPI and operational stats.
Delivered high visual standards of product presentation and stock levels for appealing customer displays through the use of marketing and merchandising within the business. Developed marketing plans and sales driving incentives. Effective use of POS and external marketing to local areas, homes and business'
Led by example delivering first-class customer service and promoted customer care by delivering regular customer service workshops to the team, empowering staff to turn complaints into compliments and monitoring customer feedback to constantly improve the offering. External mystery shopper 97% success rate.
Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance, completed regular refresher training for H&S, Food hygiene compliance and Environment Health reviews. Ensured the team was fully compliant and conducted weekly checks of the business. East Riding local authority 5 star scores on the doors. Cask Marque cellar compliance 5 star compliance score.
Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep business aligned with sales and profit targets. Achieved stock compliance and target set by company on a yearly basis by limiting waste, increasing stock yields and staff training for best practise. Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
Aware of local and general market, understands customer base and how to target customers to achieve sales growth. Analysed competitor action and up to date information to ensure the business maintained the leading share of the market place, Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
Adapted coaching and leadership styles to suit individual needs for maximised staff engagement. Mentored and supported team members, displaying leadership and providing counsel to meet team goals.
Used effective delegation to ensure tasks were performed and targets were met and Increased team productivity through effective staff planning, coordination and task delegation.
Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays and displayed energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment. Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Bar and restaurant supervisor
Ramada Jarvis
Hull, East Yorkshire
09.1997 - 06.2002
Led team to deliver outstanding hospitality operations.
Interacted positively with customers, effectively promoting restaurant facilities and services.
Resolved complaints calmly and professionally to achieve positive customer outcomes.
Contributed fresh ideas and innovation to continuously improve the business.
I worked at this hotel throughout my A levels and beyond, My experience included the restaurant, bar, Events & Weddings, housekeeping and the reception desk.
Education
Diploma in Business Management - Business Management
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
10.2010 - 07.2011
A-Levels - History
Hessle High School 6th Form College
Hull
10.1997 - 05.1999
A-Levels - English Language
Hessle High 6th Form College
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
10.1997 - 05.1999
Skills
Leadership skills
Customer Service
Workforce planning
Strategic thinking
Training and mentoring
Conflict Resolution
Departmental delegation
Merchandising expertise
Department appraisals
Recruitment and hiring
Staff development
Project Management
Performance Management
Customer relationship building
P&L management
Affiliations
I'm a BIG reader, I can read 3 books a week, I love how you can escape to a different world and learn about so many things. I also love to do do Yoga, take walks in nature and train at the gym. Big foodie, love to try new foods and places. Currently completing a bucket list of countries to visit on holiday to experience different cultures.
Certification
BII licensee holder for 20 years. Designated premises supervisor.
Accomplishments
Wetherspoon Newcomer of the year, Wetherspoon Customer service pub of the year.
Regional Area Personnel Unit Manager.
First business- doubled sales, improved all stats across the board, from customer service to stock and profit figures to 20% LFL figures.
Second business- Same as above, completely rejuvenated the night time trade and over saw a massive refurbishment. Increased record sales day to 22k from the previous record of 14k. Again left business on 20% LFL sales.
Current business- organised and ran the entire new opening from staff training, builders, customer service and marketing. One of the most successful openings for the company, Current stats are 10% positive sales , positive volume growth and excellent customer service stats of 97%.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diploma in Business Management - Business Management