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Joseph Foley

Christiansburg

Summary

I am a very motivated individual that loves people and building relationships. I have learned through my family, education, and my career, how to treat people and present a great example for the customers and my fellow employees. I hope that I can extend that to the people that I come in contact with, and to the business I want to provide for!

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2028
2028
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Restaurant Operations Manager

Virginia Tech Dining Services
Blacksburg
08.2021 - 09.2025
  • Managed daily operations of multiple dining facilities at a major university.
  • Trained and supervised staff to ensure efficient service delivery.
  • Developed schedules to optimize labor resources across dining locations.
  • Implemented food safety protocols to maintain health compliance standards.
  • Coordinated inventory management for food and supplies across departments.
  • Collaborated with vendors to source quality ingredients for meal preparation.
  • Organized staff meetings to communicate updates and gather feedback effectively.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while providing excellent customer service.
  • Oversaw budget allocation for operational expenses and resource management.
  • Evaluated performance by measuring guest satisfaction, volume and revenue to facilitate changes and boost operations success.
  • Provided feedback on product development ideas from customers or employees.
  • Oversaw and managed catering and event food service operations.
  • Coordinated with marketing team to develop and launch promotions and special events.
  • Created promotional campaigns and marketing materials to attract new customers and increase sales volume.
  • Performed administrative duties such as payroll processing or employee reviews.
  • Analyzed financial reports and profit and loss statements to evaluate and improve profitability.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding quality of food or services rendered.
  • Inspected dining area regularly for cleanliness, maintenance issues, or safety hazards.

Catering Manager

Virginia Tech Dining Services
Blacksburg
03.2018 - 09.2020

CO Manager

Walmart
Galax
03.2014 - 03.2018
  • Supervised daily operations and staff activities in high-volume retail environment.
  • Managed inventory levels and organized product displays for optimal customer access.
  • Trained and developed team members to enhance service quality and efficiency.
  • Implemented company policies to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
  • Coordinated scheduling and labor management to meet peak shopping demands.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Assisted in loss prevention strategies to minimize theft and inventory loss.
  • Collaborated with department managers on promotional planning and execution.
  • Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
  • Maintained inventory levels by ordering supplies and tracking sales.
  • Managed day-to-day activities such as scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, and evaluating progress.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintenance, and administration of various properties.

Assistant Manager

Walmart
Dublin
06.2010 - 04.2014

Supervised over 500 associates to merchandise products and achieve sales and profit goals. Ensure that FIFO guidelines were followed. Ensured that all food safety and food handling procedures were followed. Ensure that all areas of the operation were followed.

Assistant Manager

Walmart
Christiansburg
05.2004 - 06.2008
  • Supervised over 500 associates to merchandise product and achieve the most sales and profit possible. Ensure that safe work practices were followed and accidents were to a minimum. Led inventory processes to ensure FIFO guidelines were met everyday. Ensured all food safety and material handling were correct.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
08.2000 - 05.2024

Patrick County High School
Stuart, va

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Budget allocation
  • Staff training
  • Event coordination
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Performance evaluation
  • Vendor collaboration
  • Marketing promotions
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Operations improvement
  • Labor management
  • Employee safety
  • Labor scheduling
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Operations review
  • Manager support
  • Menu development
  • Culinary operations
  • Recruiting
  • Business planning
  • Pre-shift walk-through

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Restaurant Operations Manager

Virginia Tech Dining Services
08.2021 - 09.2025

Catering Manager

Virginia Tech Dining Services
03.2018 - 09.2020

CO Manager

Walmart
03.2014 - 03.2018

Assistant Manager

Walmart
06.2010 - 04.2014

Assistant Manager

Walmart
05.2004 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Business

Virginia Tech
08.2000 - 05.2024

Patrick County High School
Joseph Foley