Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Cora Bridges

Pineville,MO

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled catering team lead with a proven track record of exceeding client expectations, implementing rigorous safety standards, and fostering team growth. Dedicated to ensuring flawless execution of events while nurturing a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Catering Lead

LifeWorks
08.2022 - Current
  • Design and setup catering events for the specifications of clients’ needs
  • Implement and enforce safety protocols in compliance with Servsafe sanitation standards, ensuring a secure working environment for the catering team.
  • Facilitate team communication to enhance efficiency, camaraderie, and collaboration within catering team.
  • Identify safety hazards and cleaning issues, ensuring smooth catering operations by implementing safe practices and adhering to cleaning protocols.
  • Enhance work culture by advocating for teamwork, respect, and accountability among catering team members.
  • Maintain high level of client satisfaction by executing successful catering services with a pleasant and prominent presence.

Cubbies Coordinator and Preschool Worship Leader

First Baptist Rogers
12.2018 - Current

Cubbies Coordinator at FBC, Olive Street:

  • Organize and facilitate engaging activities and lessons for preschool-aged children to promote biblical learning and character development.
  • Create a positive and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of value and safety for children, encouraging exploration of their faith.

Preschool Worship Leader at FBC, Pleasant Grove:

  • Create and lead interactive worship sessions tailored to young children
  • Maintain a orderly and positive environment with a class of 25+ preschoolers
  • Cultivate meaningful experiences and build strong relationships with children, parents, and volunteers, contributing to the growth and success of the preschool ministry.
  • Creating a worship environment that inspires joy and curiosity at a age appropriate level

Donut Baker

Ricks Bakery
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Prepared and baked a wide variety of donuts, ensuring freshness and quality
  • Followed recipes and guidelines to create delicious and visually appealing donuts, maintaining consistency in taste and appearance.
  • Managed inventory levels and ingredients, ensuring sufficient supplies for nightly production.
  • Monitored baking equipment and performed routine maintenance to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to food safety regulations and sanitation protocols.
  • Managed time effectively to meet production goals and deadlines, contributing to a smooth and efficient workflow.

Assistant Manager + Head Barista Trainer

Scooters Coffee
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Designed and implemented an original training program for all Scooter's Coffee locations,
  • Demonstrated strong leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to fostering a positive learning environment across multiple locations.
  • Oversaw the training of all new hires in coffee preparation, customer service, and store operations, ensuring proficiency and adherence to quality standards.
  • Collaborated with store manager to identify training needs, create training schedules, and track employee progress.
  • Inventory management, received incoming shipments and interacted with third-party vendors .
  • Handled cash payments, deposits, and bank runs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts

BrightWater: A Center For Food Study
Bentonville, AR
05.2022

Skills

Customer Service

Results-driven

Enthusiastic and Self-motivated

Training and Leadership

Problem-solving, Strategic, and Innovative Thinker

Firm on Rules and Order

Organization

Adaptability, Flexibility, and ability to Pivot quickly

Time management

Attention to detail

Creative

Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • Certified ServSafe Food Protection Management
  • Certified Beverage Specialist with a Focus of Beer, Spirits, Wines, And Coffees

Timeline

Catering Lead

LifeWorks
08.2022 - Current

Donut Baker

Ricks Bakery
03.2022 - 08.2022

Assistant Manager + Head Barista Trainer

Scooters Coffee
09.2020 - 05.2022

Cubbies Coordinator and Preschool Worship Leader

First Baptist Rogers
12.2018 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts

BrightWater: A Center For Food Study
Cora Bridges