Vincent Barbero

Experience

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  Softies

  Jun 1997 - Sept 2004

  General Manager

  • Managed 15 people and oversaw production of high-volume sales for a popular ice cream shop.• Served as training and development specialist for various machines.• Ordered weekly food and supplies following established purchasing guidelines.• Monitored and maintained control of expenses, inventory and food purchases to keep within established budgets.• Familiar with sales tracking and loss prevention methods.

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  Famous Dave's of America

  Jan 2005 - Dec 2006

  Bar Manager

  • Supervised 70 cooks/bartenders/servers/hosts.• Managed back and front house operations and catering events.• Practiced and taught safe and effective methods for high volume food production.• Performed weekly purchasing functions for bar and restaurant.• Promoted twice in two years, from morning supervisor/cook to bar manager.• As manager, balanced multiple cash drawers and performed all aspects of opening and end of day paperwork.

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  Lenscrafters

  Jan 2007 - Oct 2011

  Lab Manager

  • Managed eight full and part-time associates producing up to $1 million in sales of high quality eyewear each year.• Complied with safety/regulatory requirements, ensured chemicals were used and stored correctly, performed correct waste disposal procedures, understood evacuation plans, fire safety and spill cleanup efforts.• Inspired excellence by taking an active role in any attempt to constantly improve performance.• Recruited, hired, trained, and retained a qualified, engaged staff.• Promoted three times in three years, from part-time lab technician to full-time lab manager.• Worked with cash drawer and all forms of payment including credit, debit, cash and check. Show less

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  Vision Optical

  Feb 2012 - Jul 2012

  Optical Sales Associate

  • Established report with customers to assist in the selection of proper eyeglass frames and lens options. Provided and ensured prompt and courteous customer service to customers, employees and suppliers.• Fit and adjusted eyeglasses to customers using frame warmer.• Ordered equipment, merchandise and supplies by keying into computer. Followed safety and security procedures.• Verified and submitted multiple insurance claims daily.• Stocked merchandise and supplies. Followed department procedures and standards for production, record keeping, merchandising and product storage. Show less

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  Northwestern Mutual

  Aug 2012 - Feb 2013

  Financial Representative

  Help people create financial security for themselves and their families.

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  Jensen Jewelers

  Feb 2013 - Aug 2014

  Assistant Manager

  • In-depth knowledge of product quality, customer service and sales of fine and high-end men and women’s jewelry.• Crucial member of sales team that went 12 for 12 to reach $1.1 million in overall sales in 2013.• Develop clientele by determining customer’s needs and building relationships through follow-up and thank you messages.• Received multiple awards in gemstones, diamonds and jewelry competency.• Contribute in credit applications, inventory management, follow-up with special orders, shipment standards, credit transactions and daily management. Show less

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  Eyemart Express

  Sept 2014 - Jul 2017

  Lab Manager

  • Managed lab’s daily priorities to meet store’s changing goals and deadlines.• Encompassed time management skills to handle multiple concurrent tasks at several different equipment stations.• Recruited, interviewed, trained and mentored numerous lab staff, including store associates. • Ensured lab met and exceeded ANSI and Eyemart standards while reaching acceptable production levels in lab/job flow.• Proficiently understood the operations of standard optical laboratory equipment without supervision, including maintenance and troubleshooting Show less

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  America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses

  Jul 2017 - Nov 2024

  General Manager

  • As GM at the launch of a new store in 2017 with yearly growth, the business increased to $2 million annually.• Managed 15 employees and oversaw production of high-volume sales of eyeglasses and contact lenses for all ages.• Multiple certifications within the optical industry, including tech, safety, and general optometry.• Served as training and development specialist for various departments, including reception, opt tech, and sales.• Monitored and maintained control of expenses, inventory, and payroll within established budgets.• Expert in sales tracking and profit and loss methods. Show less