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Joanne Brooks

Ripley,QLD

Summary

Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.


Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Travel Advisor

Mind and Body Travel
02.2025 - Current
  • Conduct thorough research on destinations and accommodations to provide accurate information to travellers.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries via phone, email, or in-person meetings.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized travel recommendations and itineraries.

General Manager

Pertex Pty Ltd (McDonald’s Logan Restaurants)
09.2011 - 12.2024
  • Overall accountability for five restaurants with a revenue of over $40m annually
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed a diverse team of Operations Supervisor's and Business Managers, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Achieved strong business results across all KPI's ensuring compliance across all McDonald’s procedures and legislative requirements.
  • People development, recruitment, training, and performance management


Field Service Consultant

Subway, Brisbane
10.2010 - 09.2011
  • Field Support for 25 Franchise restaurants throughout Southeast Queensland
  • Ensure operations comply with global Subway standards through monthly store audits and consistent feedback
  • Relationship building and facilitation of open communication between company and Franchisee’s
  • Profitability and Sales building reviews
  • Local Store Marketing Plans


Franchisee

The Coffee Club, Redbank and Springfield
12.2004 - 10.2010
  • Franchisee of two restaurants generating $1.8m revenue per annum
  • Recruitment, training and performance management for thirty team members
  • Managed all supplier contracts, company accounts, budgets, business activity statements and tax returns
  • Established a new restaurant at Springfield, including staff recruitment and training, centre management liaison, and local store marketing

Key Achievements

  • Finalist, 2006 National Franchisee of the Year, The Coffee Club
  • Winner, 2009 Business of the Year, Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
  • Training Restaurant for new Franchisees

Operations Consultant

McDonalds Australia Ltd, Brisbane
09.2002 - 12.2004
  • Overall accountability for five restaurants with almost ten million dollars in sales
  • Responsible for a total of 250 staff including 28 managers
  • Increasing top-line sales through implementation of marketing plans with a strong emphasis on Local Store Marketing
  • Preparing and monitoring annual budgets
  • Achieving profit targets with a continual focus on improving profitability in all restaurants
  • People development, training, and performance management
  • Ensuring the maintenance of the highest standards of operations in the areas of Quality, Service, and Cleanliness


Franchise Operations Consultant

QLD/NT, McDonalds Australia Ltd, Brisbane
01.2001 - 09.2002
  • Responsible for 9 Franchisees with a total of 20 restaurants throughout the Northern Territory and Queensland
  • Ensure compliance through regular visits, grading, and consistent feedback
  • Relationship building and facilitation of open communication between the company and Franchisees
  • Complete annual Franchisee Reviews and assist with Business Plans
  • Profitability and Sales building reviews
  • Facilitate Regional Management training workshops
  • Key Accountabilities

Restaurant Manager

McDonald's Australia Ltd. Brisbane
06.1998 - 12.2000

Education

Year 12 Certificate -

Bundamba State High School
01-1989

Advanced Diploma in Management -

McDonald's Australia
01-2015

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Business analysis and financial budgeting
  • Client relationship and stakeholder management
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Human resource management
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation
  • Project planning and prioritisation
  • Continuous process evaluation
  • Quality assurance and compliance

Certification

  • First Aid Certificate
  • Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
  • Advanced Diploma of Management, McDonald's Australia, 2015
  • Restaurant Leadership Practices, McDonald's Australia, 2015
  • Business Leadership Practices, McDonalds Australia, Brisbane, 2004
  • Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, McDonalds Australia, Brisbane, 2001
  • Workplace Health and Occupational Safety Officer training – Stage 1, Brisbane, 2001
  • Dale Carnegie Course, John D Ware and Associates, Brisbane, 2000
  • Advanced Operations Course, McDonalds Australia, Sydney, 2000
  • Presentation Skills, McDonalds Australia, Brisbane, 1995

Timeline

Independent Travel Advisor

Mind and Body Travel
02.2025 - Current

General Manager

Pertex Pty Ltd (McDonald’s Logan Restaurants)
09.2011 - 12.2024

Field Service Consultant

Subway, Brisbane
10.2010 - 09.2011

Franchisee

The Coffee Club, Redbank and Springfield
12.2004 - 10.2010

Operations Consultant

McDonalds Australia Ltd, Brisbane
09.2002 - 12.2004

Franchise Operations Consultant

QLD/NT, McDonalds Australia Ltd, Brisbane
01.2001 - 09.2002

Restaurant Manager

McDonald's Australia Ltd. Brisbane
06.1998 - 12.2000

Year 12 Certificate -

Bundamba State High School

Advanced Diploma in Management -

McDonald's Australia
Joanne Brooks