Jennifer Kerber
Mayer,MN
Summary
Experienced Food Service Coordinator dedicated to serving healthy, delicious, and economical meals in schools. Talented at menu planning, organizing, and food preparation skills. Flexible, and dependable when working with others. Resourceful under pressure, with a great eye for detail.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Coordinator
St. John The Baptist Catholic Montessori School
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student nutrition by cooking, creating, and serving healthy and delicious scratch-cooked meals to 75-95 students per day.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Held sole responsibility for all cooking, dishwashing, procurement, and menu planning for all lunches.
- Organized large community events, such as fish frys, pancake breakfasts, parish picnics.
- Worked directly with students to educate on basic cooking/baking skills, as well as basic kitchen skills such as cleanliness, safety, and responsibility.
- Responsible for basic accounting of purchases made for Food Service program; tracking and coding receipts, ensuring correct invoicing from vendors.
- Supervised a rotating group of 3-5 kitchen volunteers who would assist on an occasional basis.
Realtor
Coldwell Banker
01.2001 - 05.2021
- Coordinated various aspects of real estate transactions such as inspections, appraisals, and financing arrangements, minimizing delays and challenges for clients, all while building lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication, personalized service, and dedication to their needs.
Caterer
Green Olive
05.2010 - 03.2012
- Developed and prepared innovative menu offerings that consistently received positive feedback from clients and guests. Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable events for guests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN06.1996
High School Diploma -
Chaska High School
Chaska, MN06.1992
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety Compliance
- Waste Reduction
- Menu Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Positive Attitude and Energy
Certification
- State of MN Certified Food Protection Manager, License No. FM106524 Exp. 5/31/2027
- ServSave Food Protection Manager, Certificate No. 20625529 Exp. 5/30/2025
Volunteer Work
- St. John the Baptist Catholic School: former member of the Parent Advisory Committee, currently assist with vegetable garden and fundraising.
- Jonathan Montessori School: former Vice President of the Board of Directors.
Timeline
Food Service Coordinator
St. John The Baptist Catholic Montessori School
05.2021 - 06.2024
Caterer
Green Olive
05.2010 - 03.2012
Realtor
Coldwell Banker
01.2001 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
High School Diploma -
Chaska High School
- State of MN Certified Food Protection Manager, License No. FM106524 Exp. 5/31/2027
- ServSave Food Protection Manager, Certificate No. 20625529 Exp. 5/30/2025
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