Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Kira Wooten

Williams,OR

Summary

A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level remote work position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Agricultural Worker

Laksmi Botanicals
10.2021 - Current
  • Weeded and pruned garden beds to provide a healthy environment for plant growth.
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized farm work area for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Harvested plants in a variety of weather situations.
  • Assisted in proper drying, curing and preparing plants for sale.
  • Trained new hires during harvest season.
  • Worked flexible hours.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Performed duties per applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.

Seasonal Agricultural Field Worker

Herb Pharm
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Cultivated soil, sowed crops and controlled weeds.
  • Weeded gardens with garden forks, hoes and trowels, regularly to prevent weeds from germinating.
  • Loaded, transported and unloaded harvested items on trucks.
  • Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
  • Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
  • Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of medicinal plants.

Farm Supervisor

Parris Family Farm
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
  • Planted crops in fields, helping farmers distribute seeds and plan harvesting schedules.
  • Cultivated soil, sowed crops and controlled weeds.
  • General farm maintenance throughout the season.
  • Inspected fields for crop condition and disease.
  • Watered plants during growing seasons and closely monitored crops for growth progress or issues.
  • Lifted heavy plants, amendments and soil.
  • Displayed superior strength and stamina in harsh weather conditions.
  • Trained new hires and delegated tasks to farm crew.
  • Worked closely with owners of farm to ensure productivity.

Bar and Restaurant Manager (Seasonal)

Aramark
04.2016 - 09.2018
  • 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.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Actively participated in ongoing customer service programs to build sales and rapport in community.
  • Managed 20 person team of cooks, baristas, bartenders and back of house staff for restaurant in Denali National Park.
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Alternative Medicine

American College of Healthcare Sciences, Portland, OR
12.2024

Earning associates degree in Complementary Alternative Medicine specializing in Herbal Medicine. Course classes include Aromatheraphy, Business, English, Anatomy, Herbal Studies and more.

Skills

  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
  • Safety Measures
  • Overseeing Employees
  • Anticipating Problems
  • Delegating Assignments and Tasks
  • Customer Service Best Practices
  • Supply Ordering and Management
  • Guest Relations
  • Payroll Administration
  • Performance Improvement
  • Staff Scheduling

Certification

  • Certificate in Herbal Retail Managment
  • Certificate in Natural Product Manufacturing

Timeline

Agricultural Worker - Laksmi Botanicals
10.2021 - Current
Seasonal Agricultural Field Worker - Herb Pharm
05.2021 - 09.2021
Farm Supervisor - Parris Family Farm
10.2018 - 05.2021
Bar and Restaurant Manager (Seasonal) - Aramark
04.2016 - 09.2018
American College of Healthcare Sciences - Associate of Applied Science, Alternative Medicine
Kira Wooten