Dana Mejic
Food Service Professional
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
1
1
Certificate
Work History
School Kitchen Manager III
Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee, WI
04.2023 - Current
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Food Service Director
Aramark
Shorewood, WI
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
- Assisted in marketing efforts for special events or promotions to drive increased revenue for the food service department.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for food service employees, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health department regulations.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and coaching to kitchen staff members, fostering professional growth while maintaining a positive workplace environment.
- Oversaw daily operations in the kitchen, ensuring timely meal preparation and delivery for large-scale events or busy dining periods.
Food Service Director
Aviands
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Worked with qualified chef to diversify menu with new offerings.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
- Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
- Assisted in marketing efforts for special events or promotions to drive increased revenue for the food service department.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for food service employees, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health department regulations.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and coaching to kitchen staff members, fostering professional growth while maintaining a positive workplace environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics , CUP Program
Mount Mary Universtity
Milwaukee,WI 05.2001 -
Skills
Food Safety
Resume
02/09/23, 02/09/23, 78, https://bold.pro/my/dana_mejic
Accomplishments
- Increased team productivity by implementing key process improvements.
- Oversaw back of house for 1000 students- operation.
Sewing, crafts, card making
i enjoy sewing for others, making and gifting cards,
painting and jewelry making
Affiliations
Versiti Blood Center-Blood Donor
Make a Wish Wisconsin-Wish Granter for 5+ years
Serv Safe Certified -expires April 2026
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
Serv Safe Certified
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteLanguages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Volunteering, sewing, crafts
Websites
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
School Kitchen Manager III
Milwaukee Public Schools
04.2023 - Current
Food Service Director
Aramark
09.2022 - 12.2022
Food Service Director
Aviands
01.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics , CUP Program
Mount Mary Universtity
05.2001 -
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