ANGEL LEACH
Matthews,NC
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Lead and Inventory Expert with 7+ years of experience guiding successful teams in high-volume hospitality and retail operations. Currently completing a B.S. in Microbiology at UNC Charlotte. I combine a strong academic foundation in the biological sciences with practical, ServSafe-certified expertise in sanitation, process improvement, and strict quality control. A talented problem-solver passionate about bringing operational excellence and analytical precision to a Quality Assurance, Food Science, or Laboratory role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Education
Associate of Science - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
01.2018 - 12.2019
No Degree - Microbiology
01.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
08.2025 - Current
Work History
Baker
Harris Teeter Inc
Charlotte, NC
04.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Executed daily data entry for production records and QA logs, ensuring 100% compliance with strict operational SOPs.
Chef
Taco Boy
Charlotte, NC
11.2024 - 04.2025
Procurement: Generated daily operational reports and analyzed usage data to streamline inventory procurement and vendor purchasing.
Chef
East Frank Superette & Kitchen
Charlotte, NC
09.2023 - 12.2024
Quality Control & Compliance: Enforced strict operational SOPs, managed daily production logs, and oversaw site compliance with health and safety regulations.
Kitchen Lead / Bartender
Pearlz Oyster Bar
Charlotte, NC
01.2023 - 08.2023
Transaction & Operations Support: Processed high-volume POS transactions, executed precise end-of-shift financial reporting, and managed front-facing client relations.
Inventory Expert
Best Buy
Charlotte, NC
04.2021 - 01.2022
Database & Logistics Administration: Managed digital records and physical supply chain paperwork, executing daily database reconciliations and validating shipping manifests to maintain 100% data accuracy.
Logistics Specialist
Target
Charlotte, NC
03.2020 - 04.2021
Data Entry & Supply Chain Support: Logged daily inbound/outbound merchandise using internal inventory software and assisted in comprehensive database audits to maintain unit accuracy.
Assistant Manager
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
Charlotte, NC
09.2016 - 07.2020
Reporting & Client Relations: Generated daily operational and cash reconciliation reports for upper management while serving as the primary point of contact for resolving complex customer escalations.
Photography Manager
Exulting Images
Fort Mill, SC
07.2019 - 02.2020
Skills
- Microbial Analysis: Such as aseptic technique, Gram staining, and culturing
- Laboratory Safety & Sanitation: Previous ServSafe Certifications have familiarized me to professional lab standards
- Equipment Maintenance: Experience calibrating, cleaning, and maintaining sensitive or dangerous tools
- Data Collection & Documentation: Experienced both in an educational and professional setting
- Inventory Control: Proven track record of managing stock
- Attention to Detail: Experienced for both pipetting in a lab and reconciling inventory
- Multitasking & Organization: Experienced the high-level coordination that managing a bar while guiding a kitchen requires
- Complaint Handling: Requiring and utilizing emotional intelligence, empathy, and the ability to work under pressure
- Goal Setting: Results-oriented, whether hitting sales targets or completing a research project
- Staff Coaching & Training: Responsibly guided teams as an Assistant Manager and Kitchen Lead
Affiliations
- Volunteer Experience: Nursing Home Support
- Dean's List Graduate
Certification
- ServSafe Certification
Timeline
University of North Carolina At Charlotte - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
08.2025 - Current
Baker - Harris Teeter Inc
04.2025 - Current
Chef - Taco Boy
11.2024 - 04.2025
Chef - East Frank Superette & Kitchen
09.2023 - 12.2024
Kitchen Lead / Bartender - Pearlz Oyster Bar
01.2023 - 08.2023
Inventory Expert - Best Buy
04.2021 - 01.2022
Logistics Specialist - Target
03.2020 - 04.2021
N.C. State University - No Degree, Microbiology
01.2020 - 05.2020
Photography Manager - Exulting Images
07.2019 - 02.2020
Central Piedmont Community College - Associate of Science, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
01.2018 - 12.2019
Assistant Manager - Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
09.2016 - 07.2020
Languages
Korean
Limited