Shawnda Blair
Kirksville
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive management experience at Fresh Country Cafe, where I successfully launched operations and drove customer engagement through effective event planning. Proven ability in stock ordering and vendor relationships, complemented by strong organizational skills and a commitment to excellence. Passionate about achieving results and fostering team success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Back of House
Thousand Hills State Park
Kirksville, MO
03.2026 - Current
I am currently running the kitchen as well as contributing in other areas of daily operations.
CNA
Chariton Valley Telephone
Kirksville, MO
03.2025 - 01.2026
Daily care for special needs clients.
Owner
Fresh Country Cafe
Jamestown, TN
03.2017 - 05.2025
I opened the restaurant from the ground up. I was responsible for every daily operation task, scheduling, stock, vendors, and I cooked daily as well as waiting tables and any other area that needed attending. I was responsible for advertising and event planning as well as sponsorships and charity events.
Manager/Trainer
Huddle House
Knoxville, TN
07.2006 - 03.2017
I was responsible for opening different sites and training the incoming employees.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
South College
Knoxville, TNSkills
Management Experience
Owner Experience
Excellent Customer service skills
Leadership and Team Management
Organization and Event Planning
Scheduling
Computer Skills
Account software Literate
Stock Ordering and Vendor relationships
Speed and Accuracy accomplishing tasks
Strong Work Ethics
Willingness to Learn and Listen
And the drive to Accomplish anything I set my mind to
Timeline
Lead Back of House
Thousand Hills State Park
03.2026 - Current
CNA
Chariton Valley Telephone
03.2025 - 01.2026
Owner
Fresh Country Cafe
03.2017 - 05.2025
Manager/Trainer
Huddle House
07.2006 - 03.2017
No Degree - Business Management
South College