Kami Coker
Cashier/Cook/Line Worker
Manton,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Jeff's Fireworks
03.2023 - Current
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Answered customer questions about merchandise.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Accurately processed POS.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Head Chef
Fife Lake Inn
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Soux Chef/ Morning Chef
Evergreen Resort
04.2010 - 10.2019
- Trained and mentored new staff members.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Kitchen Supervisor
Kettunen Center
05.2003 - 04.2010
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Managed inventory.
- Trained new hires.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Foreign Language Teacher Education
Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MI2028
No Degree - Cooking Classes And Business Management Courses
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI09.2011
No Degree - Language Arts Education
Baker College
Cadillac, MI09.2010
High School Diploma -
Pine River High School
Tustin, MI06.2007
Skills
- Cash Handling Accuracy
- Stockroom Upkeep
- Guest Relations
- Inventory Pricing
- Customer Service
- Excellent People Skills
- Microsoft Access
- Read, write, and speak 3 languages
Languages
Portuguese
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Jeff's Fireworks
03.2023 - Current
Head Chef
Fife Lake Inn
10.2019 - 03.2022
Soux Chef/ Morning Chef
Evergreen Resort
04.2010 - 10.2019
Kitchen Supervisor
Kettunen Center
05.2003 - 04.2010
Associate of Arts - Foreign Language Teacher Education
Northwestern Michigan College
No Degree - Cooking Classes And Business Management Courses
Grand Rapids Community College
No Degree - Language Arts Education
Baker College
High School Diploma -
Pine River High School
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