Kathy McFadden
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at St. Bernard’s Behavioral Health, excelling in food preparation and sanitation. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Strong customer service skills complemented by effective kitchen organization and multitasking, ensuring timely meal service and customer satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
St. Bernard’s Behavorial Health
04.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Bakery Deli Manager
Bill’s Cost Plus
07.2011 - 02.2025
- Managed budget planning process for the bakery/deli department, setting financial objectives aligned with company goals.
- Evaluated vendor proposals based on quality, price point and reliability leading to well-informed purchasing decisions.
- Maintained a clean and inviting store environment, adhering to strict sanitation standards.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and support for improvement opportunities.
- Monitored market trends to ensure competitiveness in product offerings and pricing strategies.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally while taking steps to prevent similar issues in the future.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing for bakery and deli supplies.
- Trained and mentored new employees, fostering teamwork and promoting professional growth within the team.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing waste and ensuring consistent availability of fresh products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lee Senior High School
Marianna, ARSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Certification
- ServSafe Certificate
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook
St. Bernard’s Behavorial Health
04.2025 - Current
Bakery Deli Manager
Bill’s Cost Plus
07.2011 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Lee Senior High School
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