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Brooks Ames

Davis Junction,IL

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and team performance at Steak n Shake. Expert in effective team leadership and time management, achieving significant improvements in service delivery and employee productivity. Skilled in decision-making and customer service, consistently exceeding employer expectations without exceeding a 55-word limit.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory Manager

Loves Travel Stop
02.2022 - Current

Processed deliveries, ensuring all received items were checked and accounted for.

  • Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
  • Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing efficient tracking systems.
  • Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
  • Collaborated with purchasing and production to maintain levels of quality and on-hand inventory.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough monitoring of inventory levels and timely resolution of issues.
  • Monitored inventory levels to confirm compliance with company policy.
  • Built and nurtured positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.

Manager

Red Robin
04.2014 - 01.2021
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Manager

Steak N Shake
12.1999 - 12.2014
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Education

Stillman Valley High School
Stillman Valley, IL
05.2000

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Effective Team Leadership
  • Time management
  • Effective Decision-Making
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Inventory distribution
  • Team development
  • Vendor relationship management

Accomplishments

    I have Accomplished quite a bit in my 3 years at loves I started as a team member was promoted to trainer and then to IMC

Timeline

Inventory Manager

Loves Travel Stop
02.2022 - Current

Manager

Red Robin
04.2014 - 01.2021

Manager

Steak N Shake
12.1999 - 12.2014

Stillman Valley High School
Brooks Ames