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Kimberly Bishop -Losano

Kimberly Bishop -Losano

Rocky Point,NC

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic Job Title trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Energetic Job Title with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving. Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Restaurant Manager with expertise in general operations management, special events, staff development and training, recruitment and vendor negotiations. Food service professional adept at FOH and BOH operations. Demonstrated team leader with excellent staff management skills. Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook

Sawmill Grille
05.2023 - Current
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
  • Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints to increase trust and satisfaction.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Collaborated with the head chef to create seasonal menus and special dishes, offering more variety and selections to customers.
  • Planned menus to estimate food and labor costs, ordering accurate quantities of ingredients and supplies.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.

Restaurant Manager

Chops Deli
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.

Restaurant Manager

College Diner
03.2007 - 05.2014
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.

Restaurant Manager

Perkins Family Restaurant
10.1996 - 12.2005
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.

Education

Basic Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement

Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC
12.2021

High School Diploma - Basic

Waialua High School
Waialua, HI
06.1991

Basic - Basic

St. Michael's
Waialua, HI
06.1985

Skills

  • Food Processing
  • Menu Memorization
  • Meat Cutting
  • Inventory Stocking
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Stock Rotation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Dependable and Reliable
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Active Listener
  • Recipe Adherence
  • Time Management
  • Ambitious
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Adherence to Recipes
  • Chopping Vegetables
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Efficient Multitasking
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Food Storage
  • Performance Improvement
  • Highly Motivated
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Policy and Procedure Compliance
  • Food Inspection
  • Quick-Learning
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Measurements and Weights
  • Food Preparation
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Team Collaboration
  • Equipment Sanitation
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Proper Portioning
  • Ingredient Inspection

Timeline

Prep Cook

Sawmill Grille
05.2023 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Chops Deli
08.2016 - 06.2018

Restaurant Manager

College Diner
03.2007 - 05.2014

Restaurant Manager

Perkins Family Restaurant
10.1996 - 12.2005

Basic Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement

Cape Fear Community College

High School Diploma - Basic

Waialua High School

Basic - Basic

St. Michael's

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