April Wittu
Bloomsdale,MO
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic, trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
The Old Brick Restaurant
Ste. Genevieve, MO
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation and ingredient organization to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Followed safety and sanitation protocols to ensure a clean work environment.
- Learned cooking techniques and recipes to support team members in meal preparation.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens and mixers, under supervision for safe use.
Operations Manager
Loves Travel Stop
Bloomsdale, MO
11.2013 - 01.2022
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking and minimizing shortages.
- Assisted in developing operational procedures, enhancing overall team productivity and efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined task execution and reduced downtime.
- Supported training initiatives for new staff, fostering quick adaptation to operational standards.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Sanford–Brown
Fenton, MOSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Order delivery practices
- Operations management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Cook
The Old Brick Restaurant
03.2025 - Current
Operations Manager
Loves Travel Stop
11.2013 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Sanford–Brown