JAMES DAIGLE
Sarasota
Summary
Dynamic Cheese Manager with expertise in cheese curation, inventory management, and product display design. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through exceptional service and engaging product presentations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cheese Manager
Detwiler's Farm Market
Sarasota
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Curated a diverse selection of cheeses for customer enjoyment.
- Trained staff on cheese handling and storage techniques.
- Developed engaging cheese displays to attract customers.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability.
- Assisted customers in selecting cheeses based on preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the cheese department.
- Implemented best practices for food safety compliance and regulations.
Sales Associate
Tractor Supply Company
Sarasota
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained inventory levels and organized merchandise displays.
- Operated point-of-sale system for customer transactions.
- Educated customers on product features and benefits.
- Conducted regular stock checks to prevent shortages.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
Cook's Assistant
cypress spring retirement living
Sarasota
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Assisted head chef in preparing meals for residents at Cypress Spring Retirement Living.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas to meet health standards.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring for daily menu items.
- Supported inventory management by organizing and restocking kitchen supplies regularly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Followed recipes accurately to maintain consistency in meal preparation and presentation.
- Monitored food quality and freshness to ensure resident satisfaction with meals.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Breakfast Cook
Comfort Inn & Suites
Sarasota
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management of food supplies and ingredients.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure timely service during breakfast hours.
- Followed all safety and sanitation guidelines in food preparation.
- Engaged with guests to provide a welcoming dining experience.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout service hours.
- Prepared and cooked breakfast foods such as eggs, bacon, pancakes, French toast, omelets, waffles and other items according to recipes.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn By Hilton
Sarasota
12.2017 - 01.2020
- Prepared daily breakfast offerings for guests, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, including tables, chairs, and serving stations.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed throughout service hours.
- Set up breakfast buffet stations efficiently for optimal guest flow and accessibility.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely meal preparation and service.
- Addressed guest inquiries and concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction during meals.
- Replenished food items on the buffet line in a timely manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining room area including tables, chairs, floors and windows.
- Prepared daily breakfast bar with abundant self-serve and cooked meal items.
- Set out and arranged cold foods such as cereal, muffins, and sweet rolls for self-service area.
- Assisted with preparation of food items such as eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, and toast.
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn Suites
Sarasota
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Prepared daily breakfast offerings for guests, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, including tables, chairs, and serving stations.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed throughout service hours.
- Set up breakfast buffet stations efficiently for optimal guest flow and accessibility.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely meal preparation and service.
- Addressed guest inquiries and concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction during meals.
- Replenished food items on the buffet line in a timely manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining room area including tables, chairs, floors and windows.
- Stocked beverages, coffee pots and other supplies in the dining area as needed.
- Prepared daily breakfast bar with abundant self-serve and cooked meal items.
- Set out and arranged cold foods such as cereal, muffins, and sweet rolls for self-service area.
- Assisted with preparation of food items such as eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, and toast.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to guest requests and inquiries.
Education
Associate of Applied Arts - Liberal Studies
Bangor Community College
Bangor, ME09-1979
Skills
- Cheese curation
- Inventory management
- Product display design
- Staff training
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Cheese Manager
Detwiler's Farm Market
11.2022 - 11.2025
Sales Associate
Tractor Supply Company
12.2020 - 04.2021
Cook's Assistant
cypress spring retirement living
02.2020 - 07.2020
Breakfast Cook
Comfort Inn & Suites
01.2020 - 03.2020
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn By Hilton
12.2017 - 01.2020
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn Suites
10.2017 - 12.2018
Associate of Applied Arts - Liberal Studies
Bangor Community College