Kristen Pirolo
Carson City,NV
Summary
Hard work and dedication to my job is extremely important to me. I strive to succeed in everything I do, take with me all past experiences and use that knowledge to apply it to the tasks put in front of me as they apply to the situation. I work very well with others, an intelligent problem solver and can adapt quickly.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant IV
State of Nevada, Governor's Office of Energy
Carson City, NV
01.2026 - Current
- Manage scheduling and coordination of meetings for executive staff, take meeting minutes and distribute to all parties.
- Assist in preparation of official documents and reports for state initiatives.
- Plan and conduct all travel affairs for applicable employees while maintaining and adjusting funding logs for budget tracking.
- Coordinate office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assist in onboarding new employees, provide training materials, and coordinate orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Optimize calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Collaborate on special projects as assigned by leadership, contribute research findings or coordinate event logistics as needed for success.
Administrative Assistant IV
State of Nevada, Administrative Services Division
Carson City, NV
06.2023 - 01.2026
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to agency inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for 30+ state agencies, ensuring compliance and sufficient funds available for each agency and performed compliance and budget audits as necessary.
- Payroll tasks to 800+ state employees, including timesheet coding reviews, special pay documentation, reconciling payroll data, managing deductions while communicating with the state of Nevada's HR office.
- Analyzed organizational processes and collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to increase productivity.
- Assisted with detailed financial analyses to support budgeting decisions and resource allocation efforts within multiple state agencies.
- Facilitated communication between departments and other areas of the organization to ensure smooth information exchange and collaboration on key projects.
Private Chef/Personal Shopper
Soul Focused Cooking
Carson City/Boulder City, NV
04.2018 - 04.2024
- Prepared and cooked high-quality, nutritious meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Created personalized meal plans catering to client dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Worked closely with clients regarding their nutritional goals and implemented meal plans accordingly.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in menu requests or guest counts without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Developed financial models to forecast revenue and expense projections accurately.
Server/Sous Chef
The Dam Bistro
Boulder City, NV
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation standards.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menus, enhancing culinary offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering skills development and teamwork efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment for all staff.
- Maintained inventory control, optimizing ingredient usage while minimizing waste and costs.
- Collaborated with executive chef on menu planning and special events to drive culinary innovation.
Staff/Client Coordinator
Home Instead Senior Care
Carson City, NV
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed and maintained client relationships, enhancing service delivery, retention, and satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling of 120+ clients and 40+staff,
- Conducted regular reviews of ongoing care plans and service agreements, updating clients on progress and made adjustments as needed.
- Assisted in improved financial efficiency by analyzing budgetary data and identifying areas for cost reduction.
- Managed large-scale databases and programs to ensure timely access to critical information and tracking staff performances.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced turnaround times.
Education
High School Diploma - Food Science, Culinary
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV12-2020
High School Diploma -
Boulder City High School
Boulder City, NV06-2008
Skills
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Office administration
- Policy analysis
- Multitasking and organization
- Client relationship management
- Report preparation
- Data interpretation
- Recruitment and hiring
- Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point
Interests
Community Events, Health & Wellness, Culinary Arts, Botany, Music Performance
Timeline
Administrative Assistant IV
State of Nevada, Governor's Office of Energy
01.2026 - Current
Administrative Assistant IV
State of Nevada, Administrative Services Division
06.2023 - 01.2026
Server/Sous Chef
The Dam Bistro
08.2021 - 09.2022
Staff/Client Coordinator
Home Instead Senior Care
01.2019 - 06.2020
Private Chef/Personal Shopper
Soul Focused Cooking
04.2018 - 04.2024
High School Diploma - Food Science, Culinary
Western Nevada College
High School Diploma -
Boulder City High School