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DaKiera Fisher

Summary

Dynamic catering lead with proven expertise at Panera Bread, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective staff management and conflict resolution. Skilled in food presentation and sanitation standards, I empower teams to excel while ensuring high-quality service delivery. Recognized for optimizing operations and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Ambitious Catering Lead with 3 years of experience leading efficient and profitable service teams. Successful at meeting client needs while increasing revenue by driving sales. Committed to top-tier customer service and upholding professional, approachable attitude.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Catering Lead; Team Leader

Panera Bread
09.2019 - Current
  • Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
  • Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
  • Maintained strong relationships with clients through clear communication, attentive listening, and personalized service.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.

Cook, Team Member

Qdoba Mexican Eats
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Shift Worker

B.GOOD
08.2016 - 03.2019
  • Set challenging targets for shift workers, motivating them to strive for continuous improvement in their roles.
  • Optimized resource allocation during shifts by assigning tasks based on individual skillsets and availability of resources.
  • Coordinated with other departments to address cross-functional issues and maintain smooth operations during shifts.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner, leading to increased satisfaction rates among patrons.

Team Member

Dunkin' Donuts
11.2015 - 08.2016
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.

Education

High School Diploma -

Passaic County Technical Institute
Wayne, NJ
06-2016

Skills

  • Sanitation standards
  • Food presentation
  • Staff management
  • Task delegation
  • Culinary techniques
  • Food safety
  • Staff leadership
  • Staff supervision
  • Portion control
  • Lead prospecting
  • Kitchen staff leadership
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Catering Lead; Team Leader

Panera Bread
09.2019 - Current

Cook, Team Member

Qdoba Mexican Eats
10.2018 - 03.2019

Shift Worker

B.GOOD
08.2016 - 03.2019

Team Member

Dunkin' Donuts
11.2015 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

Passaic County Technical Institute