Felipa “Hippy” Collins
Elko,Nevada
Summary
Experienced Kitchen Lead with a passion for food preparation and early childhood education. Skilled in creating nutritious and appealing meals that cater to the tastes and dietary needs of young children. Known for a strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail, with a track record of developing innovative child-friendly recipes and effectively managing kitchen operations. Excited to leverage extensive expertise and collaborative skills in a new role, contributing to enhanced team performance and operational success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Lead
Headstart of Northeastern NV
Elko, Nevada
09.2013 - 01.2025
- Innovated and created child-friendly meals that are nutritious, appealing, and enjoyable for children to eat contributing to their overall well-being and development
- Prepared alternative meals or modified recipes as necessary
- Planned nutritious menus, follow planned menus and order inventory of need in advance
- Followed health and safety regulations, sanitation standards, and food handling procedures to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment
- Recorded number of meals prepared each day, documents daily menu content, purchases and transports food within budgeted guidelines
- Participated in State and CCRN required training
- Followed health and safety protocols outlined by the Public Health Department and the Department of Early Learning
- Assisted in hiring decisions for new kitchen staff members based on experience, skill set alignment, and cultural fit within the existing team dynamic
Package Handler
Fedex
Elko, Nevada
06.2010 - 09.2013
- Embraced a fast-paced work environment, consistently meeting tight deadlines
- Displayed strong work ethic and adaptability in handling varying package volumes
- Optimized package handling processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing transit times
- Implemented innovative sorting techniques, leading to improved accuracy and customer satisfaction
- Fostered strong teamwork, coordinating effectively with colleagues to manage high-volume periods
- Shared best practices, elevating overall team performance and operational excellence
Education
High School Diploma -
11.2013
Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Executing Safety Evaluations
- Health Compliance Inspections
- Effective Team Coordination
- Organizational Strategy
- Expense Coordination
- Inventory Oversight
Certification
American Heart Association CPR Certified, 09/01/29
Timeline
Kitchen Lead
Headstart of Northeastern NV
09.2013 - 01.2025
Package Handler
Fedex
06.2010 - 09.2013