Amber Rand
Horicon,WI
Summary
Attentive and productive; comfortable working in high pressure, fast-paced environments. Specializing in assessing and documenting adherence to conformance specifications while promoting increased efficiency and productivity. High-performing professional with experience in industry. Skilled in testing, sorting and sampling products with working knowledge of safety codes. Reliable and efficient with equipment and software programs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
Wisconsin Dells, WI
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Graphic Designer
Bara T's Screen Printing
Baraboo, WI
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
- Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
- Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs.
- Inspected products to identify quality issues such as defects or discoloration.
- Conducted machine test runs and prepared machines for operation and proper function.
- Prepared new color formulations and accurately replicated colors.
- Changed equipment controls to meet heat, speed and tension requirements.
Quality Inspector
Robbins Manufacturing
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Inspected finished paint products with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
- Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
- Identified defects during cyclical checks.
- Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
- Collected samples during production and tested randomly to determine in-process product quality.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
Waukesha, WI
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Sauté Cook
Noodles & Company
Waukesha, WI
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained neat appearance and clean uniform to project professionalism to customers.
- Adhered to safety procedures for operating and cleaning kitchen tools and machinery to avoid injury.
- Notified kitchen manager of shortages to maintain inventory.
- Prepared sauces and garnishes to complement sauteed menu items.
- Sauteed and seasoned meats, pastas and vegetables to customer taste preference.
- Liaised with sous chef throughout shift to obtain food prep and kitchen management instructions.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Bartender
O'Tees Pub & Grill
Oconomowoc, WI
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Operator
Quad Graphics
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
- Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
- Fed raw materials and components into semi-automated machines according to production needs.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
Bartender
Bonzo's of Baraboo
Baraboo, WI
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Journey Leader
Noodles & Company
Waukesha, WI
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Maximized team productivity by expertly delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
Bartender
Station 1
Whitewater, WI
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
Bartender
Belmont Casino
Fort Atkinson, WI
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Photographer
Life Touch Images
FS Territory , WI
08.2014 - 08.2014
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
Slitting Department
American Packaging Corporation
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Troubleshot and resolved various issues with machinery, maintaining quality and performance.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Reviewed work orders to determine materials needs, where to make cuts and how to complete high-quality products in line with specifications.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Upheld housekeeping standards by keeping space clean and free of hazards.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Restocked workstations with supplies to prevent work delays.
- Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy, and conformance to provided specifications.
- Removed excess materials during and after runs and collected for reuse or put into removal bins.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and lowboys.
- Logged, trafficked, and updated projects in job management software.
Cashier
Dollar Tree
Geneva, IL
05.2011 - 06.2012
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
Production Worker
Goodwill
Batavia, IL
02.2010 - 05.2010
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI2016
Associate of Science - Medical Science
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL2013
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School
Batavia, IL2011
Skills
- Materials Testing
- Collect Samples
- Keen Eye for Detail
- Quality Assurance
- Maintaining PPE
- Environmental Quality
- Critical Thinking
- Learning Strategies
Timeline
Shift Manager
Taco Bell
12.2018 - 04.2019
Graphic Designer
Bara T's Screen Printing
09.2018 - 04.2019
Quality Inspector
Robbins Manufacturing
04.2018 - 08.2018
Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2018 - 04.2018
Sauté Cook
Noodles & Company
10.2017 - 01.2018
Bartender
O'Tees Pub & Grill
06.2017 - 10.2017
Operator
Quad Graphics
11.2016 - 04.2017
Bartender
Bonzo's of Baraboo
07.2016 - 09.2016
Journey Leader
Noodles & Company
11.2015 - 06.2016
Bartender
Belmont Casino
01.2015 - 05.2015
Photographer
Life Touch Images
08.2014 - 08.2014
Bartender
Station 1
05.2014 - 11.2015
Slitting Department
American Packaging Corporation
06.2012 - 07.2014
Cashier
Dollar Tree
05.2011 - 06.2012
Production Worker
Goodwill
02.2010 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Associate of Science - Medical Science
Waubonsee Community College
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School