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Vaughan Kelly

Clifton Hill

Summary

Dynamic small business owner with a proven track record at Spensleys, excelling in customer relations and operational efficiency. Skilled in team management and contract negotiation, I fostered a positive workplace culture, enhancing service quality and employee retention. Adept at financial oversight and logistics coordination, I thrive in fast-paced environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner Spensleys/Pizza Shop

Spensleys
07.2019 - 04.2025
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Managed staff training programs to enhance skill sets, resulting in improved service quality and employee retention.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.

Owner Two Bob Cafe

Two Bob Cafe
09.2011 - 06.2019
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Menu development with Head Chef
  • Managing 15 Staff on a daily basis
  • Weekly rostering
  • Barista and FOH on a daily basis
  • Responsible for all accounts and payments
  • Ordering from suppliers and negotiating price on cost of goods

Owner Cirque Cafe

Cirque Cafe
06.2003 - 12.2008
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Barista and FOH
  • As the owner I was responsible for all back of house accounts and payment
  • Menu development with Chef
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired all staff for the business

Assistant Trader

Ray Brooks/Glencore
11.2001 - 06.2003
  • Assisted in running the canola trading book
  • Responsible for logistical organisation of trucks to pick up grain on farm and CBH storage
  • Marketing on a daily basis with contract prices for wheat, barley and canola
  • Daily communication with growers
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Logistics Coordinator

AWB LTD
10.1998 - 09.2001
  • Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of goods across multiple channels.
  • Managed inventory levels and performed accurate forecasting to optimize supply chain efficiency.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced accuracy in order fulfillment and reduced delays.
  • Analyzed transportation costs and identified opportunities for cost reduction within logistics processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Patricks College
Ballarat, VIC
11-1992

Skills

  • Excellent customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Barista
  • FOH manager
  • Excellent in fast paced environments
  • Great attitude

Interests

  • Cooking
  • Team Sports
  • Trading FX and Indices
  • Wine Tasting
  • Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen

Timeline

Owner Spensleys/Pizza Shop

Spensleys
07.2019 - 04.2025

Owner Two Bob Cafe

Two Bob Cafe
09.2011 - 06.2019

Owner Cirque Cafe

Cirque Cafe
06.2003 - 12.2008

Assistant Trader

Ray Brooks/Glencore
11.2001 - 06.2003

Logistics Coordinator

AWB LTD
10.1998 - 09.2001

High School Diploma -

St Patricks College

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