Elaine Bodner
Lacey,Washington
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
On Board Service Chef
Amtrak National Railroad
03.2024 - Current
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and teamwork in kitchen operations.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving efficiency and reducing waste in daily operations.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards throughout kitchen environment.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Team Leader
Oly Central Cleaning
04.2019 - 12.2023
- I have established personal connections with clients by displaying a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs. Also, I have provided exceptional house cleaning and maid services to my clients.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Hampton Inn
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Oversaw calendar to manage organized cleaning schedule and complete tasks on time.
- Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Investigated guest complaints and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction and establish trust.
- Addressed customer feedback and complaints to maximize satisfaction.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Press Secretary
House of Representatives
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
- Wrote press releases and other materials utilizing SEO practices.
- Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials.
- Monitored media coverage and produced detailed reports to analyze impact of PR efforts.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
- Cultivated strong relationships with media representatives to secure widespread coverage and feature stories.
- Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
Journalist
Many companies
11.1998 - 10.2016
- For nearly two decades, I was a journalist in Brazil, starting from the time I earned my Bachelor's Degree until my relocation to the United States. I began my career as a journalist as a press secretary at Foz do Iguaçu City Hall in 1999. I also had the opportunity to work for Fox Sports during the World Cup in Brazil in 2014. My most recent position in Brazil was as a press secretary for House Representative Leandre Dal Ponte.
Press Secretary
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09.2014 - 03.2015
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
- Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
TV News Producer
Fox Sports
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Coordinated coverage for upcoming events.
- Followed local events closely to immediately break interesting and critical stories such as soccer fans following Spain Team from Spain to Brazil.
- Delivered informative, relevant content by strategically managing stories and coverage.
- Stood in for missing reporters and journalists on specific segments.
- Fact-checked breaking news pieces before putting information on air.
- Coordinated work and supported anchors, videographers and engineering staff, producing 12 hours of daily content.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
Sports Reporter
Portal Terra
01.2005 - 12.2013
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Edited more than 20 pieces per week, carefully checking content wording and facts.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with players and coaches.
- Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
Press Secretary
Government of Paraná
02.2000 - 12.2005
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
- Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
Press Secretary
Foz do Iguaçu City Hall
01.1999 - 12.1999
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
- Developed comprehensive media outreach plan to increase visibility of organization in local, regional and national markets.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
Education
Bachelor - Journalism
Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa
11.1998
Skills
- Fluent in Portuguese
- Daily workflow improvement
- Customer service experience
- Personal interviews
- Excellent communication abilities
- Building professional relationships
- Collaboration
- Client Service
- PR strategy development
- Social media marketing
- Investigations expertise
- Interviewing skill
- Story development
- Researching information
- Reporting news
- Article writing proficiency
Languages
Portuguese
English
Spanish
Hobbies and Interests
Craft, Reading
Timeline
On Board Service Chef
Amtrak National Railroad
03.2024 - Current
Team Leader
Oly Central Cleaning
04.2019 - 12.2023
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Hampton Inn
02.2017 - 02.2019
Press Secretary
House of Representatives
03.2015 - 12.2016
Press Secretary
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09.2014 - 03.2015
TV News Producer
Fox Sports
05.2014 - 09.2014
Sports Reporter
Portal Terra
01.2005 - 12.2013
Press Secretary
Government of Paraná
02.2000 - 12.2005
Press Secretary
Foz do Iguaçu City Hall
01.1999 - 12.1999
Journalist
Many companies
11.1998 - 10.2016
Bachelor - Journalism
Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa
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