Lesa White
Alexandria
Summary
Talented kitchen leader offer over [Number] years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Coordinator
Mount Carmel Ministries
05.2023 - Current
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage techniques.
- Contributed to successful marketing campaigns by collaborating with the restaurant management team on special event menus.
- Streamlined food ordering process to ensure timely delivery of fresh ingredients for daily use in kitchen preparations.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating favorable pricing on high-quality ingredients for cost-effective operations.
- Proactively addressed potential challenges or issues before they escalated into larger problems.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of kitchen facilities to maintain compliance with local health codes and regulations.
- Ensured adherence to portion control guidelines through accurate measuring of ingredients during dish preparation.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and collaboration among kitchen staff members.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Floral Assistant
Downtown Floral
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Utilized strong time management skills to delicately balance heavy workloads during busy holiday seasons, effectively meeting customer expectations.
- Provided assistance in setting up floral displays at weddings, funerals, and other events to ensure seamless execution.
- Coordinated delivery schedules with drivers to guarantee timely arrival of arrangements while minimizing transportation costs.
- Assisted lead florist with designing unique and creative floral displays for special events and occasions.
- Increased repeat clientele through exceptional customer service skills and attention to detail.
- Continuously updated knowledge of latest floral design trends to offer clients innovative solutions for their needs.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource to customers seeking advice on flower selection for various occasions or specific meanings behind certain blooms.
- Managed daily store operations including opening/closing procedures, cash handling, and housekeeping tasks for an organized workspace.
Club House Manager
Nordic Trails Golf Course
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Established clear expectations for staff performance through comprehensive job descriptions, goal setting, and ongoing feedback sessions.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by promptly resolving issues and concerns in a professional manner.
- Created an environment of teamwork among staff members with regular recognition programs and team-building events designed to foster collaboration.
- Streamlined operations by developing efficient processes for staff scheduling, inventory control, and facility maintenance.
- Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Sr. High School
Alexandria, Mn06.1999
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Cleaning protocols
- Scheduling staff
- Meal preparation
- Sanitation procedures
- Food storage
- Health regulations
- Waste reduction
- Ordering supplies
- Recipe development
- Nutrition
- Allergy awareness
- Menu planning
- Special diets
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Event planning support
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food safety
- Flexible schedule
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Kitchen management
- First aid
Timeline
Kitchen Coordinator
Mount Carmel Ministries
05.2023 - Current
Floral Assistant
Downtown Floral
04.2022 - 04.2023
Club House Manager
Nordic Trails Golf Course
04.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Sr. High School
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