Kristin Morrison
Cloverdale,CA
Summary
Organic Farm Manager at Preston Farm and Winery with a proven track record in sustainable practices, team leadership, and sales growth. Expert problem solver skilled in dynamic planning systems and enhancing operational efficiency. Successfully designed and implemented thriving seasonal CSA programs, nature-based youth programs, and high school intern curriculum. Building community connections through newsletters, Farmers' Market booths, and weekly vegetable box subscriptions. Ensuring weekly high-quality produce delivery to local chefs and grocery stores.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Organic Farm Manager
Preston Farm and Winery
04.2014 - Current
- Managed team of four year round and seasonal employees in addition to volunteers and high school interns.
- Trained and supervised farm employees in proper use of farm equipment, safety protocols, and harvest quality.
- Managed greenhouse seeding charts, ensuring timely successions of crops
- Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
- Consulted with horticultural experts to assess operational strengths and weaknesses and planned enhancements to meet changing demands.
- Coordinated weekly team meetings to ensure all farm employees and volunteers knew expectations and goals.
- Designed and grew successful weekly Summer and Winter Community Supported Agriculture programs.
- Coordinated four weeks of summer camp activities and three weeks of fall and spring break camps for youth ages six through twelve in conjunction with local nonprofit LandPath's.
- Built community connections through the Saturday Healdsburg Farmers' Market.
- Communicated weekly with local chefs to source their produce orders. Harvested produce to meet high quality demand and volume.
Front of House Manager
Big Bottom Market
09.2011 - 04.2014
- Managed team of three employees.
- Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with organization's mission.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
- Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
- Coordinated with suppliers to establish timely delivery of food and beverage items.
- Collaborated with chefs to create seasonal menus and promotional offers.
- Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
- Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
- Adhered to safe work practices and food safety regulations.
Catering Manager
Specialty's
05.2010 - 09.2011
- Organized large corporate catering breakfasts and lunches for high profile clients like Apple, Google, Ebay, PWC, and the IRS.
- Promoted catering packages with most profitable outcomes without sacrificing client desires.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Ensured 100% customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with Spanish speaking staff regarding the day's catering orders, ensuring orders were prepared accurately and in accordance with company standards.
Data Entry Clerk
Reno County Appraiser's Office
02.2010 - 05.2010
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Waitress
Mellow Mushroom
08.2007 - 12.2009
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA12-2008
Skills
- Expert problem solver
- Keen observer with heightened attention to detail
- Active and empathetic listener
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Calm and kind under pressure
- Skilled in complex planning
- Ability to self manage and motivate
Timeline
Organic Farm Manager
Preston Farm and Winery
04.2014 - Current
Front of House Manager
Big Bottom Market
09.2011 - 04.2014
Catering Manager
Specialty's
05.2010 - 09.2011
Data Entry Clerk
Reno County Appraiser's Office
02.2010 - 05.2010
Waitress
Mellow Mushroom
08.2007 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Georgia
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