KATHARINE ELIZONDO
Dallas
Summary
Dedicated leader with strong communication skills and a proven ability to foster a positive work environment. Experienced Substitute Teacher adept at managing diverse classroom settings and supporting student needs through effective discussion management and mentoring. Knowledgeable in special intervention plans and recordkeeping, ensuring compliance with educational standards. Proficient in grading and maintaining accurate records to support lead teachers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
St Patrick Catholic School
Dallas
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
OWNER
KAT'S CAKES
DALLAS
09.2015 - Current
- Company Overview: Experienced entrepreneur with success in owning and managing a thriving bakery. Skilled in client acquisition, sales growth, and operational leadership, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- Providing professional baked goods with precision and care.
- Skilled in client acquisition, retention, and relationship management.
- Managing scheduling, bookings, and client communication to ensure a seamless experience.
- Overseeing business operations, including inventory management, budgeting, and vendor relations.
- Developing and executing marketing campaigns to attract and retain clients.
- Monitoring industry trends to stay ahead of emerging techniques and products.
- Experienced entrepreneur with success in owning and managing a thriving bakery. Skilled in client acquisition, sales growth, and operational leadership, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences.
EXECUTIVE CHEF
THE TRADITION
DALLAS
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Managing high-volume kitchens, fine dining, and catering operations. Adept at menu development, kitchen management, and team leadership.
- Ensuring excellence in food quality, presentation, and efficiency.
- Proven ability to control costs, maintain health and safety standards, and create innovative culinary experiences that exceed guest expectations.
- Skilled guest relations, effective communication, and collaboration with food committees to tailor dining experiences to community and client needs.
- Managing high-volume kitchens, fine dining, and catering operations. Adept at menu development, kitchen management, and team leadership.
EXECUTIVE CHEF
SUR LA TABLE
DALLAS
09.2014 - 07.2018
- Company Overview: Chef is responsible for increasing cooking class attendance and retail sales. Managed Cooking School and Retail Operations.
- Responsible for running the kitchen and managing the culinary team.
- Teaching classes, training and onboarding new kitchen hires.
- Responsibilities also include food safety and sanitation, payroll, Food Cost, scheduling, customer interaction, private events and sales.
- Chef is responsible for increasing cooking class attendance and retail sales. Managed Cooking School and Retail Operations.
Education
BS - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE
AS - CULINARY ARTS
EL CENTRO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Skills
- Teams
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Apple- Pages, Numbers, Keynote
- Collaboration tools
- Graphic design
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership abilities
- Team motivation
- Performance management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving skills
- Initiative and proactivity
- Customer service excellence
- Point of sale systems
- Typing proficiency 50 WPM
- Lesson planning expertise
References
- Ashley Renee, 469-243-0612, VP of Sales at Nordstroms
- Jason Weaver, 936-827-8018, Former Executive Chef and Mentor
- Carmen and Manuel Berrelez, 214-315-0038, Long time friends
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
St Patrick Catholic School
08.2022 - Current
EXECUTIVE CHEF
THE TRADITION
07.2018 - 07.2022
OWNER
KAT'S CAKES
09.2015 - Current
EXECUTIVE CHEF
SUR LA TABLE
09.2014 - 07.2018
BS - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
FORT LEWIS COLLEGE
AS - CULINARY ARTS
EL CENTRO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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