James Smith
Michigan City
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Wrigleys Discount store
La Porte
04.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and store policies.
- Oversaw inventory management and stock replenishment processes.Delivered merchandise and drove interstate to multiple locations for sales at festivals. Managed the pickup of goods and ensured efficient operations. I held a CDL in the '80s and currently own a 16ft 2016 box truck for transportation needs.
Park concessions Manager
Michigan City parks Dept.
Michigan City
05.2012 - 10.2016
- Coordinated inventory management for food and beverage supplies.
- Trained new employees on service protocols and safety guidelines.
- Developed schedules to optimize workforce efficiency during peak times.
- Implemented sanitation procedures to maintain health and safety standards.
- Monitored cash handling processes for accuracy and accountability.
- Inventoried food and beverage monthly and coordinated stock rotation to avoid spoilage.
Chef
Maxines Restaurant
Michigan City
04.2012 - 01.2015
- Prepared diverse menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Implemented food safety practices to comply with health regulations consistently.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Addiction Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Michigan City, IN07-2016
Skills
- Inventory management
- Cash handling
- Food safety
- Staff training
- Customer service
- Schedule optimization
- Team building
- Time management
- [Type] payment systems
- Problem-solving
- Managing deliveries
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Owner
Wrigleys Discount store
04.2016 - Current
Park concessions Manager
Michigan City parks Dept.
05.2012 - 10.2016
Chef
Maxines Restaurant
04.2012 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Addiction Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana