Cheryl Florio
Panama City,FL
Summary
Dynamic Lead Caterer and Brats Beach Diner Owner/Operator with a proven track record in kitchen management and vendor relations. Excelled in reducing food waste and boosting efficiency, showcasing strong multitasking and menu development skills. Achieved notable client satisfaction by blending innovative food preparation techniques with meticulous attention to sanitation standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Caterer
Lauren Shaffer
06.2009 - 03.2014
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety guidelines, ensuring the health and well-being of all attendees at catered functions.
- Handled logistical details such as transportation, setup, cleanup, and equipment rentals for various events.
- Assisted in menu development, offering creative input based on client feedback and industry trends.
- Balanced budgets effectively while meeting client expectations for quality cuisine served at their functions.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory management and portion control techniques.
- Utilized innovative cooking techniques to produce consistently delicious dishes while adhering to dietary restrictions when necessary.
Owner/Operator Restaurant
Brats Beach Diner
Hwy 79 & Front Beach. Panama City Bch FL.
09.1998 - 12.2007
- Managed day-to-day business operations. Cooking , meal planning Food orders
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior Product or Service to customers.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Education
Manager Certificate - Food Services Management
Restaurant Management
PCB FL CNA - Geriatric Nursing
Middle College At Gtcc-Gso
Jamestown, NCCulinary Arts
Kaiser Culinary Art
2010
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Sanitation Standards
- Food presentation
- Menu development
- Nutrition knowledge
- Cost Control
- Safe Food Handling
- Kitchen Management
- Ordering and invoicing
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Reliable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
Timeline
Lead Caterer
Lauren Shaffer
06.2009 - 03.2014
Owner/Operator Restaurant
Brats Beach Diner
09.1998 - 12.2007
Manager Certificate - Food Services Management
Restaurant Management
CNA - Geriatric Nursing
Middle College At Gtcc-Gso
Culinary Arts
Kaiser Culinary Art