Deanna Cook
Hampton
Summary
Dynamic Food Service Supervisor with USAF experience, adept at enhancing customer satisfaction and reducing food waste through effective inventory management and staff leadership. Proven ability to streamline operations and maintain high food safety standards, while fostering strong vendor relationships and promoting team collaboration. Skilled in ordering supplies and delivering exceptional customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
USAF
07.2019 - 11.2024
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Closely monitored food safety procedures ensuring consistent adherence to HACCP guidelines, preventing foodborne illnesses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food service operations and maintaining a clean environment.
- Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
- Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.
- Boosted employee morale by providing ongoing training, support, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Streamlined order processing and improved overall service flow with effective communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
Storeroom Clerk
USAF
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Established positive vendor relationships through timely communication and professional conduct.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for bulk purchasing and negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
- Minimized spoilage of perishable items through diligent monitoring of expiration dates and proper rotation practices.
- Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by working closely with other departments to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment of material requests.
Education
Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools
Johannesburg, MISkills
- Staff supervision
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Staff leadership
- Food preparation
- Ordering supplies
- Inventory management
- Customer service
Timeline
Storeroom Clerk
USAF
10.2019 - 06.2021
Food Service Supervisor
USAF
07.2019 - 11.2024
Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools
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