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Kathryn Parker

Conroe,TX

Summary

Skilled Kitchen Manager knowledgeable about best practices, safe food handling and inventory management. Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Conroe ISD
03.2005 - Current
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Worked closely with the teachers, principal and students to make sure all the students were fed and no child went hungry.

Preschool Teacher

Montgomery County Christian School
03.2003 - 02.2005
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

Preschool Teacher

Conroe Montessori
05.1998 - 01.2002
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

Education

GED -

Westfield High School
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Work Assignments
  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Technical and Computer Proficiency
  • Critical Thinking
  • Microsoft Excel

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Conroe ISD
03.2005 - Current

Preschool Teacher

Montgomery County Christian School
03.2003 - 02.2005

Preschool Teacher

Conroe Montessori
05.1998 - 01.2002

GED -

Westfield High School
Kathryn Parker