Jill Kennedy

Experience

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  Chili's

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2013

  Managing Partner/GM

  Certified Training Restaurant - Responsible for training Managers for the Area. Certified Instructor for Serve Safe and Prometric Exams Spearheaded Dine to Donate at Edison Location in 2007 to build sales and community involvement.Hosted dinner for Brinker Leadership Team and served on Panel discussions with President of Chilis throughout the yearsFacilitated Store opening in Princeton WVRevamped and Reorganized failing operation in Hampton VA thorough managing systems, developing people and community involvement. Selected Member of the Women’s Forum and mentor to high performing Assistant Managers. One in Four Women in entire Pearce Region (9 States) Show less

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  MJ'S PIZZA BAR & GRILL

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2014

  General Manager

  Managed full operations of restaurant and catering. 50+ direct reports, sales, and community involvement. Oversaw 80% of the operating budget. Achieved 85% of all 1st year revenue and profit targets within 8 months

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  Kennedy Construction, LLC

  Nov 2013 - Apr 2017

  Operations Director

  Accountable for overall leadership, performance, and operations of the business. Developed and implemented policies and procedures aligned with the mission of the organization and that supported its strategic goals. Managed marketing, project and employee scheduling, payroll, invoicing, accounting, and financial management. Key Accomplishments •Doubled Sales each year

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  Maximum Quality Foods

  Jun 2014 - Oct 2018

  Sales Territory Manager

  Delivered leadership, mentorship, applicable training, and overall guidance to sales staff. Collaborated with leadership to identify training needs. Created positive and motivating learning environment to enhance employee performance and align the skills and behaviors taught to the overall business objectives of the organization. Developed solutions for clients to support overall business growth. Key Accomplishments • Sold over $5M of product in 2017, $3M in 2016 and $1 M in 2015

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  SODONS ELECTRIC, INC.

  Oct 2018 - May 2024

  Onboarding and off boarding of Union and Non Union employeesCreated and Maintained new hire information in ERP system. Updated employee information- Status changes, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, address changes, direct deposit, name changes- as needed. Administered Employee benefit plans, new hire orientation programs, health and 401K Benefit open enrollment Processed all benefits enrollment forms and terminations- Health and 401KPrepared, presented, and distributed employee communications and announcementsUpdated Employee handbook and ensured current with all applicable lawsSigner on all bank accounts, Line of Credit, 401K Safe Harbor PlanTeam Training and internal event plannerManaged all Company insurance renewals- General Liability, Vehicles, Work Comp and licenses. Built new business relationships to create and sustain new business growthHandled all Workers Compensation claims including- investigation, interviews, follow up and communications Created Return to work policy that allowed for Light Duty work- to reduce employee disengagement after an injury Completed Prequalification requests from General ContractorsManaged Permits, Dig Numbers, Design Request Numbers across multiple jobs and companiesDaily Invoice entry into ERP system across all jobs ,office needs, Show less Accountable for creating and managing systems for family owned business with changing and diverse portfolios. Standardized- invoice processes, HR processes, oversaw Handbook update, redesigned job descriptions/positions. Payroll systems updated to include online time entry and email delivery of paychecks. Coordinated team member development, overall communication, and streamlining of daily processes. Created a yearly review process for in-house employees, lead development training for management level employees, cross trained employees to diversify skills and team work, organized the Union reporting process, and opened doors of communication to close the gap between two divisions of the company. Collaborated with team to automate processes through standardized manuals and technology platforms - allowing for full collaboration whether working in field or office. Lead the team through COVID-19 and the ever changing landscape of requirements and mandates with multiple General Contractors, owners, and state mandates. Show less

  • Administrator

    Jun 2023 - May 2024

  • Office Manager

    Oct 2018 - Jun 2023
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  AJ O'Connor Associates

  Jun 2024 - now

  Executive Assistant/ Office Manager