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Cara A Karber

Garretson,South Dakota

Summary

Dynamic Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Lunchtime Solutions, excelling in staff training and inventory management. Enhanced customer satisfaction through innovative menu development while ensuring strict food safety compliance. Adept at multitasking and fostering a collaborative team environment, driving operational efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Lunchtime Solutions
08.2023 - Current
  • Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and safety standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff on culinary techniques and food safety protocols.
  • Managed inventory levels, ordering supplies to maintain optimal stock for meal preparation.
  • Developed and implemented menu items, enhancing variety and customer satisfaction.

Cook

Helping Hands Assisted Living
09.2021 - Current
  • Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines for residents with specific health needs.
  • Collaborated with dietary staff to create weekly menus based on resident preferences and nutritional requirements.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and sanitation procedures to enhance team efficiency.

General Manager

University of Minnesota
07.2017 - Current

Ordered all food and supplies needed for fair week operations.

Trained volunteers as to their duties while working in the food stand.

Assisted with cleaning of the food stand and keeping cleanliness standards for food service.

Food Service Assistant

Sanford Health Hospital
12.2019 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in preparation and serving of meals to patients and staff, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, following health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food service operations, enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Trained new staff on food safety protocols and proper equipment usage to ensure compliance standards.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

National American University
Sioux Falls, SD
08-2013

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Staff supervision
  • Food preparation
  • Staff training and development
  • Kitchen management
  • Waste reduction
  • Safe food handling
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ordering supplies

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Lunchtime Solutions
08.2023 - Current

Cook

Helping Hands Assisted Living
09.2021 - Current

Food Service Assistant

Sanford Health Hospital
12.2019 - 06.2024

General Manager

University of Minnesota
07.2017 - Current

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

National American University
Cara A Karber