Karla Trenary
Chariton
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Coordinator
Weiler
Knoxville,IA
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinated inventory levels and ensured timely procurement of parts for production processes.
- Streamlined parts ordering procedures, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing lead times.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and maintain quality standards.
- Implemented inventory management system, improving accuracy in tracking parts availability.
- Established strong relationships with cross-functional teams to support production scheduling needs.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, resulting in improved communication and faster delivery times.
- Assisted customers in locating the correct parts for their needs, providing exceptional service and boosting satisfaction rates.
Food Service Director
Chariton Community School District
Chariton, IA
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships. Including ordering for four kitchens.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Budgeting the Food Service department and daily deposits for the district.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Responsible for completing all deadline government regulation forms.
Nutrition Kitchen Manager
Chariton Community School District
Chariton, IA
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements, and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
Part-time Head Cook
Chariton Community School District
Chariton, IA
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activities.
Part-time Scanner Aide
Chariton Community School District
Chariton, IA
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Scanning and checking in each student for breakfast and lunch daily.
- Entering students' lunch payments to the proper accounts and keeping accounts balanced and up to date.
- Contacting parents on overdue accounts.
Advertising Sales Representative and Receptionist
Chariton Newspapers, Inc
Chariton, IA
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Helped customers in determining the design and layout of sold and spec ads.
- Listened attentively to client feedback to create stronger relations and shape the business.
- Researched and customized client service proposals to meet requirements and set profitable compensation scales.
- Conducted market research to attract clients in new territories.
- Developed innovative and creative sales pitches to expand prospects' understanding of the company.
- Using Microsoft, answering and directing all incoming calls to the proper personal, daily deposits, and office filing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chariton High School
Chariton, IA05-1982
Skills
- Clientele Management
- Effective Scheduling
- Personable Demeanor
- Speaking Clearly
- Reliable and outgoing
Timeline
Parts Coordinator
Weiler
12.2024 - Current
Food Service Director
Chariton Community School District
12.2022 - 12.2024
Nutrition Kitchen Manager
Chariton Community School District
08.2018 - 12.2022
Part-time Head Cook
Chariton Community School District
08.2016 - 05.2018
Part-time Scanner Aide
Chariton Community School District
05.2013 - 05.2016
Advertising Sales Representative and Receptionist
Chariton Newspapers, Inc
04.2010 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Chariton High School