Barbara Foster

• Assisted in meal preparation adhering to dietary guidelines and safety standards.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
• Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying vendors for restocking.
• Helped train new staff on food handling procedures and operational protocols.
• Ensured compliance with health regulations during food service operations.
• Contributed to menu planning based on seasonal availability and customer preferences.
• Collaborated with staff to enhance customer service experience in the cafeteria setting.
• Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather input from patrons for continuous improvement.
• Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
• Managed budgets, analyzing financial data to make informed decisions on purchasing and menu pricing.
• Used Software to analyze daily financial statements, balance statements and reimbursable meals.
• Recruited trained, and supervised staff to ensure exceptional customer service in a fast-paced setting.
• Created training materials for new hires to ensure consistent knowledge of policies and procedures across the team.
• Monitored cash handling procedures closely, ensuring accuracy in transactions and reducing instances of theft or fraud.
• Implemented new marketing strategies for increasing daily sales volume and attracting more customers.
• Inspected kitchen appliances, equipment and work areas to verify functional operation and cleanliness.
• Delegated daily staff responsibilities and job duties to improve quality of service, individual accountability and sanitary standards.
• Conducted counts of ingredients and items in kitchen and storage areas to maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Planned nutritionally-balanced menus for students by studying current dining trends.
• Implemented catalog system for students' meal cards to expedite lunch lines, decreasing overall wait times.
• Implemented cost-control measures to stay within budget while still offering wide variety of meal options.
• Evaluated equipment maintenance needs regularly, scheduling repairs as needed to prevent downtime during busy periods.
• Improved cafeteria's online presence with updated website content and engaging social media posts.
• Ensured timely food preparation by coordinating kitchen staff schedules effectively based on peak hours of operation.
• Maintained detailed records of sales, inventory, and employee performance, using data to make informed decisions about future operations.
• Coordinated catering services when required, working closely with event organizers to ensure smooth execution of functions while adhering to budget constraints.
• Conducted regular staff meetings to gather feedback and discuss ways to improve operations and customer service.
• Adapted quickly to changing customer preferences by regularly updating menu and offering seasonal specials.
• Reviewed employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback for improvement where necessary.
• Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining strong relationships with patrons for repeat business.
• Boosted employee morale with effective communication, training, and performance evaluations.

Warren Restaurant Warrenton NC,waited on tables for 15 years.