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Ella Lowe

Ella Lowe

Bushnell,IL

Summary

Dynamic Food Service Supervisor with Aramark, skilled in staff leadership and food safety compliance. Achieved significant waste reduction through effective inventory management. Proven ability to coordinate kitchen staff and enhance operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering positive customer relationships.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Service Supervisor

Aramark
11.2024 - 04.2025
  • 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.

Cashier

Bushnell Food Market
10.2023 - 03.2024

Running the cash register. Maintained a correct count on the drawer. Stocked shelves.

Front End Associate

Walmart
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Welcomed and engaged customers, offering assistance with locating or retrieving merchandise.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Replaced merchandise stock throughout check-out lines and end-cap displays.
  • Facilitated cash, check and credit transactions on cash register with Number% accuracy.

Cashier and Kitchen Associate

Caseys's General Stores
04.2022 - 07.2022
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Answered phones and prepared orders in good time.

Cashier

Big Lots
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Food Service Worker

Springfield School District
10.2021 - 11.2021

Prepared meals for students and kept kitchen clean

Meat Department Associate

Walmart
04.2017 - 09.2018
  • Assisted customers with special requests, such as custom cuts or specific preparation instructions, enhancing their shopping experience.
  • Ensured accurate pricing through consistent label verification and updates on meat products.
  • Maximized product freshness by consistently monitoring inventory levels and rotating stock accordingly.
  • Reduced shrinkage rates by conducting regular audits of perishable items, ensuring proper storage conditions were met.
  • Collaborated with store management to implement innovative merchandising strategies that showcased the department''s offerings and enticed shoppers to explore new products.

Meat Department Clerk

Ludlums
06.2015 - 04.2017
  • Packaged meat products securely using appropriate wrapping materials to ensure freshness during transport home from store by customers.
  • Wrapped, weighed and filled product with efficiency to manage high volume of customers.
  • Followed proper safety, handling, and cross-contamination procedures.
  • Handled customer concerns or complaints with professionalism and care, reinforcing a positive company image and cultivating long-term relationships.
  • Maintained a clean and organized meat department workspace, ensuring product quality and safety for consumers.
  • Adhered to strict food safety guidelines when handling raw products, protecting both consumer health and company reputation.
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks, improving overall department productivity.

Deli Clerk and Meat Dept

Ludlums
02.2014 - 02.2015
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.

Packer

Blick Art Materials
07.2013 - 09.2013
  • Packaged art materials. Kept work environment clean and organized, enhancing safety and productivity.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Managed workload effectively under pressure during peak periods while maintaining focus on quality control measures.

Temp Worker

NTN Bearing Corp
09.2008 - 12.2008

Mostly cleaning the factory and fill in positions when directed to by my supervisor

Dishwasher and Cook

Delaneys
06.2008 - 09.2008
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Bushnell Prairie City High School
Bushnell, IL
05.2005

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • Staff leadership
  • Food preparation
  • Food safety compliance
  • Waste reduction
  • Cash handling

Timeline

Food Service Supervisor

Aramark
11.2024 - 04.2025

Cashier

Bushnell Food Market
10.2023 - 03.2024

Front End Associate

Walmart
09.2023 - 01.2024

Cashier and Kitchen Associate

Caseys's General Stores
04.2022 - 07.2022

Cashier

Big Lots
10.2021 - 03.2022

Food Service Worker

Springfield School District
10.2021 - 11.2021

Meat Department Associate

Walmart
04.2017 - 09.2018

Meat Department Clerk

Ludlums
06.2015 - 04.2017

Deli Clerk and Meat Dept

Ludlums
02.2014 - 02.2015

Packer

Blick Art Materials
07.2013 - 09.2013

Temp Worker

NTN Bearing Corp
09.2008 - 12.2008

Dishwasher and Cook

Delaneys
06.2008 - 09.2008

High School Diploma - General Studies

Bushnell Prairie City High School