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Laura King

Photographer
Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Dedicated Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art and science of photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional workshops.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Photographer

Self Employed
Indianapolis, IN
01.2015 - Current
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
  • Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Experience with weddings, special events, portraits, family photos, and real estate.

Lead Kitchen Manager

Southwest Foodservice Excellence
Platte City, Missouri
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Provided healthy dietary options for over 500 students and faculty members daily
  • In-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Followed standardized recipes set by Chef for production of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Interacted with children and parents in a fun and postive way.
  • Drove inventory management, maintained effective supply levels through meticulous record keeping.
  • 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.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.

Cafeteria Supervisor

Platte County R-3 School District
Platte City, Missouri
08.2019 - 01.2021
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Adhered to policy and procedure when interacting with students and faculty
  • Effective communicator

Cafeteria Assistant

OPAA! Food Management
Platte City, Missouri
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Restocked condiments, beverages and utensils per expected use levels.
  • Inspected appliances, commercial fryers and ovens to verify proper working order.
  • Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
  • Assisted cashiers with processing customer payments and documenting orders.
  • Served food according to temperature, safety and presentation guidelines.
  • Provided exemplary service to students, staff and visitors.
  • Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches and special events.
  • Monitored food temperatures to comply with safety regulations.
  • Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register.

Transportation Director

Millers Merry Manor Nursing Home
Indianapolis, IN
05.2005 - 02.2008
  • Acquired chauffeur's license to transport residents to various doctor and hospital visits in the Indianapolis area.
  • Assisted nurse's in scheduling appointments and coordinating various visits.
  • Safely transported healthy and disabled elderly, using the required safety standards per policy.
  • Scheduled follow up and routine doctors visits.

Customer Service Representative

Blockbuster
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2005 - 11.2005
  • Answered product and service questions, suggesting other offerings to attract potential customers.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Welcomed, greeted and assisted guests in high-traffic store.
  • Recommended, selected and helped locate and obtain out-of-stock product based on customer requests.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Collected and returned unpurchased or returned items to correct shelf locations and arranged displays to promote sales.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.

Customer Service Representative

Direct Delivery
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2004 - 05.2005
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Processed customer adjustments to maintain financial accounts.
  • Recorded account information to open new customer accounts.
  • Scheduled client's requests for courier deliveries.
  • Organized and kept up with maintaining a clean environment for the front office
  • Organized and filed each client's invoices and billing monthly.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Education

High School Diploma -

Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
08.1998 - 05.2002

Skills

Digital Photography

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Additional Information

Work history gap from 2008-2018 due to being a stay at home mother to three children and supporting ex-husband during his military travels.

Timeline

Lead Kitchen Manager

Southwest Foodservice Excellence
01.2021 - 01.2023

Cafeteria Supervisor

Platte County R-3 School District
08.2019 - 01.2021

Cafeteria Assistant

OPAA! Food Management
09.2018 - 08.2019

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2015 - Current

Transportation Director

Millers Merry Manor Nursing Home
05.2005 - 02.2008

Customer Service Representative

Blockbuster
01.2005 - 11.2005

Customer Service Representative

Direct Delivery
02.2004 - 05.2005

High School Diploma -

Warren Central High School
08.1998 - 05.2002

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