Kerri Johns
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Adept at managing kitchen operations and maintaining top-notch cleanliness, I excelled in roles across Sarasota County School Board and various esteemed establishments. My expertise in kitchen equipment maintenance and a knack for fostering teamwork have significantly enhanced food production efficiency and service quality, achieving a notable improvement in team performance and customer satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Sarasota County School Board
08.2013 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Private Duty Caregiver
Self Employed
02.2001 - 09.2023
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences while encouraging balanced diets for improved overall health.
Wait Staff Member Bartender
Longhorn Steakhouse
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Maintained cleanliness in dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
Wait Staff Member
Dennys Restaurant
02.1993 - 08.1996
- Maintained cleanliness in dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
Catering Server
Private
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Assisted in event setup and teardown, ensuring a smooth transition between functions.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional service during catered events.
Education
Medical Billing And Coding -
Keizer University
Sarasota, FL05.2003
Skills
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food production management
- Recipes and menu planning
Accomplishments
I started as a 4 hour position as a baker and work my way up to kitchen manager with training and determination
Certification
Serv Safe Certification
Timeline
Catering Server
Private
08.2021 - 11.2023
Kitchen Manager
Sarasota County School Board
08.2013 - Current
Wait Staff Member Bartender
Longhorn Steakhouse
01.2005 - 12.2006
Private Duty Caregiver
Self Employed
02.2001 - 09.2023
Wait Staff Member
Dennys Restaurant
02.1993 - 08.1996
Serv Safe Certification
Medical Billing And Coding -
Keizer University
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