Amy Ashlaw
Timnath,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
In closing i "LOVE" what i do and i enjoy teaching my counterparts how to complete their tasks in an effective manor. I have a huge interest in using my skill set on a much broader scale.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
PSD Child Nutrition Kitchen Manager
PSD School District
Timnath, CO
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- In addition I took on a role teaching new trainees ( sub's ) to preform all tasks required to fill any position asked of them safely and to PSD School standards.
PSD Child Nutrition Kitchen Manager
PSD School District
Fort Collins, CO
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and kitchen protocols.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
Child Nutrition Specialist
Weld Re-4 School District
Windsor, CO
04.2020 - 07.2022
- As a second in the kitchen my duties transitioned on a rotating schedule as listed below.
*Meal preparation
*Clean and sanitize
*Point of purchase
*Serving and cooking
Self Employed Aesthetician
Self Employed Web
Southern Pines, NC
12.2000 - 12.2020
- As a business owner all of the responsibilities were on my sole ownership, from book keeping to client scheduling and any conflictions. As I developed my business I used skills that not only promoted my work but created a loyal client base of over 100 clients.
My duties included *Tax book keeping , scheduling, preforming services, and client negotiations.
Lead Esthetician
Forever Young Medical Spa
Pinehurst, NC
06.2015 - 08.2018
- As a supervisor / advisor with this med spa I was asked to come in and lead the new staff on how to safely and presentably preform their duties.
Secondary to this i was asked to participate as the lead assistant to the dental surgeon side of this spa.
I held this role while running my own spa primarily as a supervisor. - Educated clients on skin care procedures and products.
- Meticulously maintained spa appearance and cleanliness.
- Scheduled patient consultations and treatments using in house software.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to manufacturer specifications.
Aesthetician
Laser Institute of Pinehurst
Pinehurst N.C, N.C
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Consulted customers and answered questions about desired treatments.
- Provided facial treatments such as deep cleansing, exfoliation, extraction and massage to clients.
- Demonstrated safe use of all products used during treatments.
- Performed chemical peels and microdermabrasion for non-invasive skincare treatments.
- Boosted repeat patient appointments and sales by offering reliable, quality service.
- Monitored stock levels of products used during treatments.
- Provided post-treatment advice on how best to maintain desired results at home.
School Office Manager
Moore County Public Schools
Vass, NC
06.2000 - 08.2013
- This was at a time i was asked to help open a new middle school and keep the office functioning at a Elementary school.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Oversaw the entire school's purchases to include athletic department or sports programs.
- Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation and training.
Education
Esthetic's - Cosmetology Education
CCCC
Sanford, NC05-2013
Floral Design And Commercial Horticulture - Design And Arts
RCC
Asheboro, NC08-1988
High School Diploma -
Mt Pisgah Academy
Asheville, NC07-1986
Skills
- Throughout my career i have been recognized for having an extreme attention to detail and streamlining any process i have put in front of
- I was unable to mention earlier but as i went through Mt Pisgah Academy i attended classes half of the day and worked in the kitchen the rest of the day, this opportunity gave me a very strong work ethic and the early understanding of the kitchen process During my summer time off i worked in the kitchen at a summer camp in Florida
- As i have mentioned prior in my description of duties at my present role at Bethke Elementary, i have taken on training new hire substitute kitchen staff through ESS and PSD This rewarding experience has come to produce a handful of very confident and qualified members to fill needed positions
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PSD Child Nutrition Kitchen Manager
PSD School District
08.2023 - Current
PSD Child Nutrition Kitchen Manager
PSD School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Child Nutrition Specialist
Weld Re-4 School District
04.2020 - 07.2022
Lead Esthetician
Forever Young Medical Spa
06.2015 - 08.2018
Aesthetician
Laser Institute of Pinehurst
06.2013 - 06.2015
Self Employed Aesthetician
Self Employed Web
12.2000 - 12.2020
School Office Manager
Moore County Public Schools
06.2000 - 08.2013
Esthetic's - Cosmetology Education
CCCC
Floral Design And Commercial Horticulture - Design And Arts
RCC
High School Diploma -
Mt Pisgah Academy