Elise Passante
Talent
Summary
Detail-oriented nutrition service worker known for strong customer service and teamwork. Experienced in managing kitchen cleanliness and inventory, ensuring timely meal preparation. Ready to leverage expertise in food safety and menu planning for impactful contributions. Proficient in optimizing food service operations with a focus on inventory management and customer satisfaction. Experienced in menu planning and catering services, driving improvements in meal quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Service Worker
Ashland School District
Ashland
03.2019 - Current
- Ensured the timely preparation and serving of nutritious meals to students.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining areas.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking food supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate efficient meal service operations.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in nutrition services.
- Observed safety measures and followed instructions when using kitchen equipment and heavy-duty mixers.
BOBO winery part owner
Self-employeed
Talent
04.2008 - 03.2023
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and attract customers.
- Implemented customer feedback systems to enhance service quality and satisfaction.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of industry changes.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to part ownership.
- Developed marketing campaigns to promote the business's services and products.
Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
Talent
03.2006 - 04.2015
- Managed daily operations of a busy restaurant environment.
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to attract customers.
- Supervised and trained kitchen and service staff for optimal performance.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food preparation.
- Created and updated menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback to enhance service quality.
- Coordinated special events and catering services to increase revenue opportunities.
- Managed cash flow by setting budgets for expenses such as labor cost, food cost, ensuring timely payment of bills and taxes as well as monitoring accounts receivable and payable records .
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
- Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.
- Maintained relationships with suppliers and distributors in order to secure best deals on orders placed .
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling, and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Established standards for quality control, customer service, health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated catering services when requested by customers .
- Hired, trained and motivated staff to fill all restaurant openings.
- Interviewed potential hires for front-of-house positions such as servers and bartenders .
- Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
Skills
- Nutritional assessment
- Food safety compliance
- Menu planning
- Catering services
- Inventory management
- Customer service
Certification
Current Food Handlers and OLCC license
Timeline
Nutrition Service Worker
Ashland School District
03.2019 - Current
BOBO winery part owner
Self-employeed
04.2008 - 03.2023
Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
03.2006 - 04.2015