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Kari Curtner

Spencertown

Summary

Committed to efficiency and long-lasting, high-quality work. Dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and skill in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cutting techniques. Comes equipped with several years of related experience. Reliable Fork Truck Operator known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in safe driving practices, inventory management, and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless warehouse operations. Utilize strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills to excel in fast-paced environments. Adapt quickly to new challenges and committed to maintaining safety standards and operational excellence at all times.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Forktruck Driver

John Deere
East Moline
11.2021 - 01.2025
  • Regularly checked load stability prior to moving merchandise throughout the facility.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  • Responded quickly and appropriately when alerted about potential hazards or accidents on site.
  • Transported loads in a certain timeframe.

Dietary Manager

Greystone
Moline
08.2020 - 11.2021
  • Analyzed menus for cost effectiveness while maintaining balanced nutrition standards.
  • Investigated complaints from patients regarding their dining experience or nutritional needs.
  • Managed a kitchen with about 15 staff members.
  • Maintained all state evaluations on computer with basic computer skills.

Cook

Rosewood Care Center of Elgin
Moline
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Prepared food is set by a specific timeline.
  • Followed all state guidelines for food sanitation and preparation.

Dietary Aide/Cook

Rosewood Care Center of Elgin
Moline
06.2010 - 08.2015
  • Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
  • Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Worked well in a team environment.
  • Did all tasks in a timely manner.

Education

High School Diploma -

United Township High School
East Moline, IL
08-2011

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Load stability checks
  • Safety protocols
  • Hazard response
  • Inventory management
  • Time management
  • Kitchen management
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service

Timeline

Forktruck Driver

John Deere
11.2021 - 01.2025

Dietary Manager

Greystone
08.2020 - 11.2021

Cook

Rosewood Care Center of Elgin
08.2015 - 08.2020

Dietary Aide/Cook

Rosewood Care Center of Elgin
06.2010 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

United Township High School
Kari Curtner