Amanda Pierce
Woolwich,ME
Summary
Accomplished Culinary Specialist and Lab Assistant with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency, exemplified by cross-training staff and implementing inventory management strategies at the United States Coast Guard. Skilled in dining facility management and fostering professional growth, demonstrating a keen ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Specialist
United States Coast Guard
09.2016 - 08.2024
- Increased overall efficiency by cross-training staff in various cooking techniques and station responsibilities.
- Mentored junior culinary staff, fostering professional growth and supporting skill development.
- Conducted regular safety checks on kitchen equipment to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime due to repairs or replacements.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Reduced food waste through efficient inventory management and proper rotation of ingredients.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health department regulations.
Lab Assistant
Midcoast Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
Lab Assistant
Martins Point
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
Education
No Degree - Advanced Culinary
Army Logistics University
Fort Lee, VA08.2022
No Degree - Phlebotomy Certification
Andover College
South Portland, ME02.2009
High School Diploma -
Morse High School
Bath, ME06.2004
Skills
Dining facility management
Cleaning and sanitizing
Guest Interaction
Kitchen Organization
Budget Management
Collaborating with teams on share point and One drive
Accomplishments
Shipboard firefighting
Basic Seamanship
Timeline
Culinary Specialist
United States Coast Guard
09.2016 - 08.2024
Lab Assistant
Midcoast Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2016
Lab Assistant
Martins Point
07.2014 - 08.2015
No Degree - Advanced Culinary
Army Logistics University
No Degree - Phlebotomy Certification
Andover College
High School Diploma -
Morse High School
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