Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Kayla Books

Appleton,WI

Summary

Dependable and energetic staff member. Supports and enhances operations by flexing easily between tasks. Enthusiastic employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills, while seeking guidance when necessary.

Overview

4
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Whisk and Arrow Sugar Studio
Appleton

Kitchen Staff Member
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Participated in receiving deliveries and organizing supplies in storage areas.
  • Prepared various products from scratch, following approved methods.
  • Acquired new skills to support the team and further accommodate the needs of the business.
  • Prepared garnishes to complement items on the menu, and assisted with prep and garnish for special catering orders.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss performance improvements, improve efficiency, and receive feedback.
  • Contributed to menu planning for the week, choosing which treats to offer, and adding the appropriate tasks to the week's prep list.
  • Performed other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Brainstormed specific solutions for unique problems.

In this position, I have been required to adapt to quickly changing needs for the business and the rest of the team. Garnishing and preparing the assorted treats we offer each week has allowed me to sharpen my attention to detail while honing my creative skills. Thanks to the relationships and experiences I have acquired in this position, I have grown in several areas of my life. I enjoy contributing to my community as part of a small business. I would love to work to improve and support that community with others of a similar mindset.

Seth's Coffee & Bake Shop
Little Chute

Baker
08.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Creative freedom allowed me to brainstorm and create different items and flavors for customers.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to keep offerings unique..

Education

Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI

No Degree from Culinary Arts
09.2020 - 03.2022

University Overview

Fox Cities Leadership Academy
Appleton, WI

High School Diploma
05-2020

University Overview

Appleton North High School
Appleton, WI

High School Diploma
05-2020

University Overview

Skills

  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Problem solving
  • Adaptability to change
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Customer Service
  • Visual display arrangement and design
  • Independent judgment
  • Calm demeanor in chaotic environments

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Nominated for employee of the month as a retail associate at TJ Maxx in 2021

References

References
References available upon request.

Quote

Take the moment and taste it, you've got no reason to be afraid
Taylor Swift, "You're on Your Own, Kid"

Timeline

Kitchen Staff Member
Whisk and Arrow Sugar Studio
05.2022 - Current
Baker
Seth's Coffee & Bake Shop
08.2021 - 05.2022
Fox Valley Technical College
No Degree from Culinary Arts
09.2020 - 03.2022
Fox Cities Leadership Academy
High School Diploma
Appleton North High School
High School Diploma
Kayla Books