Amy Schultz
Renton,WA
Summary
Multifaceted individual with Proven skills in collaborating with vendors, and customers.Working with team members to achieve targets. Adept at organizing workloads and validating supplies, working with vendors to resolve supply issues and providing technical support and problem-solving expertise to customers. Excellent multi-task and planner. Enthusiastic Cafeteria Worker focused on preparing food according to district program guidelines, including subsidized meals for students in need. Skilled at operating in high-volume batch cooking environments to provide meals that are nutritious, safely handled and efficiently prepared. Service-focused food service worker dependable in working shifts and helping others. Skilled in setup, cleaning and breakdown of different spaces. School Cafeteria Worker adept at operating in high-volume batch cooking environments to provide meals that are nutritious, safely handled and efficiently prepared.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Services Kitchen Manager
Renton School District
Renton, WA
02.2019 - 11.2024
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
- Checked and recorded temperatures of refrigerator and freezer daily to verify proper working conditions.
- Completed prepping, cleaning and other kitchen duties to support cooks.
- Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
- Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Packaged and stored food products appropriately to ensure proper handling and preservation.
- Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
- Prepared food according to recipe instructions to manage regular school meals.
- Performed all work to top standards, proving best service for students, employees and school visitors.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Used learning tools and programs to develop and maintain knowledge of food products, promotions and sales functions.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Uber Eats Driver
Uber Eats
Renton, Wa
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Pick up and deliver food orders in a timely manor.
Nanny
Self Employed
Renton, WA
04.2012 - 09.2018
- Maintained a child-friendly environment with engaging activities and continuous access to the outdoors.
- Affectionately cared for 3 children, ages 6 months to 2 years old.Not Including my own 2 children.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Cleaned the house, including laundry, sweeping and mopping.
- Physically and verbally interacted with children throughout the day.
- Promoted good behaviors by using the positive reinforcement method.
- Administered medication and minor first aid to sick and injured children.
- Maintained accurate daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Redirected children to encourage safe, positive behaviors.
- Disciplined children and recommended other measures to correct behavior.
- Maintained developmentally appropriate environment.
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
Home Health Distribution Department
Evergreen Hospital
Kirkland, WA
12.2009 - 03.2011
- Fulfilled Daily orders submitted by nurses and patents
- Imputed all orders in computer system to keep accurate inventory counts
- Hand delivered supplies needed throughout the hospital
- Improved lines of communication between company and customers.
- Managed inbound and outbound delivery schedules for optimal flow of goods.
- Resolved customer concerns in a timely manner and worked to improve process integration and flow.
- Organized and maintained order documentation.
- Provided product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime to maximize revenue.
- Unloaded cargo from truck with hand trucks and pallet jacks.
Education
Computerized Accounting
Intercoast Tech College
Riverside,CaHigh School Diploma -
Rochester Hills High School
Rochester, MI1996
Skills
- Vendor Relations/Negotiations
- Reviewing purchase orders
- Training staff
- Materials storage and Handling
- Warehouse space management
- Inventory control processes
- Cash handling accuracy/ Cashiering/ POS Sale
- Invoice processing/ Control
- Merchandise stocking
- Computer-savvy
- Culinary aptitude
- Training in food handling preparation
- People-oriented
- Shipping and receiving management
- Menu development
- Purchasing
- Food preparation
- Staff management
- Supply chain management
- Shift scheduling
- Order accuracy
- Cleaning and sanitation
Certification
- Food Safety Management Training
- Leadership in Action; Coaching &Counseling
- Pride Mobility Seminar; MK Battery Workshops
Timeline
Nutrition Services Kitchen Manager
Renton School District
02.2019 - 11.2024
Uber Eats Driver
Uber Eats
09.2018 - 03.2019
Nanny
Self Employed
04.2012 - 09.2018
Home Health Distribution Department
Evergreen Hospital
12.2009 - 03.2011
Computerized Accounting
Intercoast Tech College
High School Diploma -
Rochester Hills High School