Christie Perry
Statesboro
Summary
Dynamic retail and foodservice operations leader with 15+ years of progressive experience across convenience store and kitchen environments. Proven ability to lead leaders at scale, drive brand consistency, and execute operational standards across multi-unit districts. Expertise in food safety, audit readiness, leadership development, and performance optimization, Know for building strong leadership benches, stabilizing operations during growth, and protection brand reputation. Prepared to contribute immediately as a Regional Director of Operations at Parker's Kitchen.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
District Leader (Multi-unit Operations)
Parker's Kitchen
11.2024 - Current
- Lead district-level operations for convenience and kitchen locations
- Ensure consistent execution of Parker's brand standards, food safety, cleanliness and customer experience.
- Coach and develop Store Leaders and emerging leaders to strength bench depth and readiness.
- Partner with Senior leadership on operational initiatives, growth strategies, and performance improvements.
- Identify operational risks and implement corrective action plans to protect brand integrity.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Fostered a positive district culture through consistent communication and support.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Area Manager (Multi-unit Operations)
Johnny's Markets
11.2019 - 02.2022
- Oversaw operations for 11 convenience store locations, ensuring compliance with brand, food safety, and operational standards.
- Led and Coached Store Managers, driving accountability, consistency, and performance improvement.
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- Conducted audits and inspections across locations, addressing gaps in service, cleanliness and execution.
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- Reviewed inventory, labor, and financial reports to maintain strong operational controls.
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- Led training for new system rollouts and operational changes.
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- Provided remote leadership and troubleshooting using mobile office tools and TeamViewer.
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- Communicated performance trends, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership.
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- Maintained high quality operational standards with minimal direct supervision.
Store Manager
Johnny's Markets
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed high-volume convenience location with foodservice components.
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Oversaw inventory control, ordering, cash management and labor efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and customer service skills.
- Built a positive, accountable culture focused on service excellence and operational discipline.
Business Owner
Young Living Essential Oils
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Built and scaled an independent business, achieving Silver Leader rank in under 2 months. (industry average: 6months)
- Recruited, trained, and developed teams members toward shared performance goals.
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- Delivered educational training focused on product knowledge, compliance, and customer trust.
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- Created strategic growth plans and executed steps to sustain business performance
Store Manager
McDonald's
08.2001 - 07.2004
- Managed recruiting, hiring, scheduling, audits, inventory, ordering, labor and cash controls.
- Conducted performance reviews, coaching, and corrective actions.
- Hosted several community night fundraisers for local schools.
- Participated in local community Holiday parades to showcase brand and support community.
- Selected to lead turnaround efforts at one of the regions highest-volume restaurants.
- Consistently maintain "A" inspection ratings for food safety, service and cleanliness.
- Ensured high level customer experience at all times.
Education
No Degree - 12 Systems of Management
Hamburger University
Oak Brook, ILHigh School Diploma -
Comstock High School
Comstock, MI06-1996
Skills
- Multi-Unit Operations
- Food service & Kitchen excellence
- Brand standards & Compliance
- Leader of Leaders Development
- Performance Management & KPI's
- Audit Readiness & Food safety
- Talent Pipeline & Succession planning
- Change Management & System Rollouts
- Operational Troubleshooting
- Executive Communication
Accomplishments
Johnny's Top Area Manager (2020)
Johnny's Image Award (2019)
Johnny's Team Player Award (2019)
McDonald's Outstanding Leadership Award (2003)
Johnny's Top Area Manager 2020
As a Top Area Manager with Johnny's, my market was top in KPI metrics in the company overall. We focused on Shrink, Cash control, Image presentation, Labor and sales growth.
Timeline
District Leader (Multi-unit Operations)
Parker's Kitchen
11.2024 - Current
Area Manager (Multi-unit Operations)
Johnny's Markets
11.2019 - 02.2022
Store Manager
Johnny's Markets
03.2018 - 11.2019
Business Owner
Young Living Essential Oils
02.2015 - 02.2019
Store Manager
McDonald's
08.2001 - 07.2004
No Degree - 12 Systems of Management
Hamburger University
High School Diploma -
Comstock High School