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Kimberley White

Elgin,TX

Summary

Proven leader in high-pressure culinary environments, adept at multitasking and fostering teamwork. At Centex Family Services, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly reduced waste, enhancing inventory management. My customer service excellence and food safety expertise consistently elevated dining experiences, achieving notable cost savings and customer satisfaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Centex Family Servives
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and optimizing budget allocation for food supplies.
  • Led regular staff meetings to discuss operational challenges, share best practices, and ensure alignment with company goals.
  • Collaborated with executive chefs to design creative menus that catered to diverse dietary preferences and requirements.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating favorable contracts with vendors, securing high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Implemented rigorous safety protocols, ensuring a clean and hazard-free work environment for all employees.
  • Developed strong team cohesion by fostering open communication and providing constructive feedback to staff members.
  • Mentored junior staff members, sharing industry knowledge and promoting professional growth opportunities.
  • Maintained compliance with local health regulations through diligent adherence to sanitation procedures.
  • Enhanced overall customer satisfaction by maintaining high-quality food and presentation standards.
  • Coordinated special events catering services, providing exceptional food offerings tailored to individual client requests.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • 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.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • 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.

Kitchen Aide

Elgin Nursing Home
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Maintained a clean working environment by consistently washing dishes and completing daily cleaning tasks.
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Promoted workplace safety through careful adherence to established procedures for handling sharp utensils, hot surfaces, and heavy equipment.

Cashier

Specs Liquor And Bar Supply
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.

Manger in Charge

Staples
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Created a positive work environment by fostering open communication and encouraging employee development opportunities.
  • Managed budgets effectively, reducing unnecessary expenses while maintaining high-quality resources for the team.
  • Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Managed risk effectively by establishing robust policies and procedures that mitigated potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting the business operations or reputation among clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Center High School
San Antonio, TX
05-1998

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Centex Family Servives
09.2023 - 05.2024

Kitchen Aide

Elgin Nursing Home
04.2022 - 09.2023

Cashier

Specs Liquor And Bar Supply
08.2021 - 02.2022

Manger in Charge

Staples
03.2020 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

East Center High School

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