Brinda Klenow
East Tawas,MI
Summary
ility Administrator known for high produ
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.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Utility/Maintenance
National Gyp
National City, Michigan
10.2020 - Current
- Process ordered parts and supplies, restock parts and supplies, assist Maintenance Manager with stock inventory, retrieving parts for mechanics during downtime projects, responsible for day-to-day utility support and minor mechanical support in assigned areas within the facility to optimize safe operations.
- Notify management of any repairs needed for equipment.
- Maintain a high standard of safety cleanliness and efficiency in all maintenance and repair projects.
- Gather/stock supplies in various locations in plant daily.
- Assist with boardline positions for unexpected vacancies.
- Operating various mobile equipment when materials are needed to be transported within and between buildings.
- Works overtime when needed in order to prevent disruption of production.
- Performs any other work as assigned by Maintenance Manager or Administrative Staff.
Caterer
Self-employeed
East Tawas, Michigan
02.2010 - Current
- Organized and coordinated catering events with clients to ensure their needs were met.
- Prepared food items for catering events including salads, sandwiches, appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
- Provided direction to staff during setup and service of catered events.
- Developed menus and recipes according to client requests.
- Ordered necessary supplies from vendors for catered events.
- Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
- Managed inventory of catering equipment including chafing dishes, serving utensils, linens.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area before, during and after catered events.
- Kept track of all costs associated with each event in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Communicated effectively with waitstaff and other personnel to ensure smooth operation at catered functions.
- Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
- Monitored food preparation times in order to deliver hot meals on time.
- Supervised the breakdown of buffet lines after each event was completed.
- Conducted taste tests with customers in order to customize menus according to individual preferences.
- Controlled wastage levels throughout the duration of each event in order to maximize profits.
- Adhered strictly to health regulations when storing, handling, cooking, and serving foods at catered functions.
- Accurately estimated amount of food to prepare for events.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
General Manager
Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop
East Tawas, MI
08.2013 - 10.2020
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whittemore - Prescott High School
Whittemore, MI06-1988
Skills
- Maintenance
- Building walk-throughs
- Audit inventory
- Organizational
Timeline
Facility Utility/Maintenance
National Gyp
10.2020 - Current
General Manager
Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop
08.2013 - 10.2020
Caterer
Self-employeed
02.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Whittemore - Prescott High School
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