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Kayla Westgate

New Bedford

Summary

Accomplished General Manager at McDonald's with a proven track record in operations management and leadership, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction. Skilled in problem resolution and process improvements, I significantly increased sales and performance. Expert in employee development and customer retention, consistently meeting organizational goals. I pride myself and my work on a willingness to learn; everyday should be a day to GROW whether as an individual or a team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

McDonalds
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.

Manager

McDonald's
08.2021 - 08.2024
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.

Uber Driver

Uber
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Developed strong communication skills while interacting with diverse groups of riders daily.
  • Responded to passenger concerns and complaints politely and professionally.
  • Followed company guidelines and policies when interacting with passengers.
  • Assisted passengers with loading and unloading luggage for enhanced customer care.

Office Manager

Wrightway Irrigation
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High
New Bedford, MA
05-2012

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Time management
  • Customer relations
  • Inventory control
  • Employee scheduling
  • P&L management
  • Motivation
  • Labor cost controls
  • Customer retention
  • Process improvements
  • Employee development
  • Consistently meet goals

Timeline

General Manager

McDonalds
08.2024 - 02.2025

Manager

McDonald's
08.2021 - 08.2024

Office Manager

Wrightway Irrigation
09.2020 - 07.2021

Uber Driver

Uber
01.2019 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High
Kayla Westgate