Ryan Emert
Saint Paul
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Noodles & Company, excelling in P&L management and team building. Spearheaded operational strategies that drove year-over-year growth while enhancing customer relations. Adept at training and coaching staff, fostering a culture of excellence and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Experienced with strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence. Utilizes forward-thinking approach to drive business growth and streamline processes. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving measurable results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Noodles & Company
12.2016 - 09.2025
- Assisted in developing operational strategies to enhance team performance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with management to streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
- Learned inventory management systems to support stock control and ordering processes.
- Supported staff training initiatives to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Participated in meetings to discuss project updates and align team objectives with company goals.
- Implemented organizational procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Engaged in customer feedback analysis to identify areas for service enhancement and satisfaction improvement.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed a diverse team, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Warehouse Worker
Stern Rubber
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials efficiently throughout warehouse.
- Conducted inventory counts to ensure accuracy of stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, verifying contents against packing lists for completeness.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for material handling, resulting in improved workflow processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues promptly to minimize downtime risks.
Assistant Store Manager
Halloween Fun Shop
08.2016 - 2016
- Supervised daily store operations to ensure exceptional customer service and effective team performance.
- Implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing product knowledge and operational efficiency.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, optimizing inventory management and merchandising strategies.
- Led team meetings to establish goals, share best practices, and motivate staff towards achieving targets.
- Developed in-store promotions that increased foot traffic and boosted overall sales revenue.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, fostering loyalty through excellent service recovery efforts.
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washburn High School
MinneapolisSkills
- Leadership and team building
- Problem resolution
- P&L management
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Operations management
- Time management
- Training and coaching
- Customer relations
- Employee scheduling
- Verbal and written communication
- Team player
Certification
- Certified Food Protection Manager
Timeline
General Manager
Noodles & Company
12.2016 - 09.2025
Assistant Store Manager
Halloween Fun Shop
08.2016 - 2016
Warehouse Worker
Stern Rubber
03.2015 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Washburn High School