Ashley Uptain
Paducah ,KY
Summary
Dynamic BOH Manager at Go Cafe with a strong focus on quality control and team training, enhancing productivity and safety. Proven ability to foster communication and collaboration, ensuring high customer satisfaction. Skilled in sanitation practices and performance evaluation, driving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
BOH Manager
Go Cafe
Paducah
02.2025 - Current
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained team members on food preparation techniques and equipment usage.
- Monitored quality control procedures to maintain high customer satisfaction levels.
- Trained new staff members on proper kitchen techniques, leading to increased productivity and workplace safety.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and timely service delivery.
Kitchen Staff Member
Easterseals
Paducah, KY
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines and recipes, ensuring nutritional standards were met.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations to uphold health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to ensure timely restocking.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
Assistant Director
Clarks River Preschool & Daycare
Symsonia, KY
06.2017 - 02.2021
- Developed engaging curriculum to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Collaborated with staff to implement safety protocols and ensure compliance.
- Mentored teaching staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Streamlined daily operations to improve efficiency in classroom management.
- Led training sessions on educational best practices for new hires.
- Coordinated special events to promote community engagement and school spirit.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
Cashier
Dollar General Market
Paducah Ky
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately at point of sale.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to ensure safety standards.
Education
GED -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KYSkills
- Performance evaluation and feedback
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Sanitation and cleanliness
Timeline
BOH Manager
Go Cafe
02.2025 - Current
Kitchen Staff Member
Easterseals
02.2023 - 02.2025
Assistant Director
Clarks River Preschool & Daycare
06.2017 - 02.2021
Cashier
Dollar General Market
11.2014 - 03.2015
GED -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College