La Deanna Barton
Jonesboro,GA
Summary
To obtain a position that will allow me to utilize my engaging cafeteria managerial skills to prepare menus, inspect food prep areas, and motivate a cafeteria staff. Especially skilled at gauging food preparation amounts in accordance with applicable regulations, delivery, and preparation of nutritionally balanced meals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria manager
duval county public schools
12.2021 - Current
- Prepared daily menus and posted weekly menus on school website
- Divide food prep and organization responsibilities among cafeteria staff
- Ensured implementation of nutritional guidelines in menu selections
- Prepared weekly inventory of food supplies and reordered as necessary
- Enforced kitchen area health and sanitation standards
- Prepared three menus of healthy alternatives for students
- Interviewed and trained cafeteria staff
- Ensured proper storage of food products and reviewed the quality of food products
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
- Delegated daily staff responsibilities and job duties to improve quality of service, individual accountability and sanitary standards
- Kept facility compliant with health codes and sanitation requirements.
director
The success learning academy
12.2008 - 03.2020
- Responsible for the overall management of the childcare center, including program development, resource allocation, and business operations
- Established clear goals and direction for the organization, inspires and leads a diverse team of professionals, advises and informs the board of directors, and champions the organization's vision, goals, and values
- Lead the strategic operation and administration of childcare center
- Oversaw development, implementation, quality, measurement, and promotion of programs, products and services
- Served as spokesperson for the organization and promote its mission, programs, and values
- Established and built strong cooperative relationships with community groups, donors, volunteers, clients, government officials, and the press
- Led and inspired staff to accomplish the goals of the organization and understand and fully embrace the mission and values
- Ensured an engaging climate which attracts, motivates, and supports a talented, diverse staff to effectively execute programs
- Ensured adequate funds from diverse, ongoing revenue streams to sustain and further the organization's mission and programs
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts, including motivating staff, board, and volunteers to embrace and support fundraising goals and efforts
- Built strong relationships with the Board of Directors and advise the board in governance best practices, responsibilities, board composition, risk management, finance, legal, and fundraising
- Updated the board on programs and funding and communicate any issues with potential to affect the organization and its mission
- Led the development, implementation, and periodic assessment of a strategic plan including goals, objectives, and timelines
- Directed staff, financed committee, and board in budget preparation, effectively manage resources within budget guidelines
- Ensured the organization is compliant with relevant nonprofit regulations and is transparent and accurate in all its records and documents
- Implemented and maintained best practices for planning, programs, fundraising, finance, risk management, and HR
- Stayed current on developments and trends in the nonprofit sector and issues relevant to the mission and make recommendations as appropriate
- Ensured proper coverage in classrooms and staff/student ratio stays within state guidelines
- Covered classrooms in the event of staff absence.
cancer treatment
10.2005 - 11.2008
- 13 year cancer survivor
somethin xtra hair salon
08.2005 - 10.2007
- Cut, colored, and styled clients’ hair with precision and expertise
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests’ hair using salon-exclusive products
- Escorted guests to and from my designated station
- Cleaned, maintained, and sterilized tools
- Completed safety training and certifications
- Updated customer information records to track services provided
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily
- Cleaned and maintained entire salon area assigned.
Cut-n—curl hair salon
04.2002 - 07.2005
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from clients
- Established a strong relationship with client base to generate long term business
- Cut, colored, and styled clients’ hair with precision and expertise
- Advised customers on proper treatment of dry and damaged hair
- Assessed customer needs and gave advice about hair styles and color options
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colonel White High School
CDA Completion -
CPR/First Aide Certified -
Director Certification -
Skills
- Hardworking and responsible individual certified in food handlers Dedicated to developing strategies and communications to assist businesses reach their target goals Expertise in maintaining administrative records and training personnel in operational procedures Successfully achieved stronger relations with the local community, also established better quality working conditions for employees
- Portion control
- Safety and health precautions
- Food and supplies ordering
- Staff Scheduling
- Menu planning
- Workflow planning
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Scheduling
- Strategic planning
- Profound knowledge of food handling and food preparation techniques
- Solid understanding of state and federal nutritional guidelines
- Adept at bulk food purchasing and budget control efforts
- Well-versed in food preparation standards
- Proficient in MS Office applications to track expenses and inventories
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments while maintaining quality standards
- Strong organizational and communications skills
References
Upon request
Timeline
Cafeteria manager
duval county public schools
12.2021 - Current
director
The success learning academy
12.2008 - 03.2020
cancer treatment
10.2005 - 11.2008
somethin xtra hair salon
08.2005 - 10.2007
Cut-n—curl hair salon
04.2002 - 07.2005
High School Diploma -
Colonel White High School