Leah Black

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BOH -

• Created recipes with outstanding texture, enticing flavor, and visual appeal, ensuring affordability.
• Mastered techniques, tips, and tricks shared by the head chef.
• Developed expertise in understanding baker's math.
• Executed precise measurement, weighing, and preparation of ingredients.
• Focus on precise measurements, baking times, and presentation.
• Adapted to changing station assignments on an hourly to daily basis
• Utilized strong time management abilities to consistently meet project deadlines.
• Upheld a sanitary and tidy work setting.
• Created daily quick breads, pulled, baked and stuffed cookies per daily count.
• Designed and prepared salads each day in line with count.
• Prepared weekly salad ingredients, cookie dough for freezing, and sandwich toppings.
• Created and followed time management plans.
• Assisted in unloading weekly stock shipments.
• Transitioned seamlessly from group interactions to individual responsibilities.

FOH -

• Conducted training sessions for new FOH staff.
• Prepared and displayed grab-and-go selections.
• Prepared MTO coffee and breakfast sandwiches for guests.
• Ensured the front area remained inviting and tidy.
• Coordinated next-day order priorities for efficient workflow.
• Executed front-of-house closure.
• Conducted drawer count and finalized paid-out slips with daily deposit.

Catering Orders -

• Coordinated with team to ensure order requirements were met.
• Ensured correct creation of orders and fulfillment of dietary restrictions.
• Managed catering orders to guarantee efficient delivery and proper destination alignment.

• Supervised front-of-house activities, ensured guest satisfaction, and addressed feedback during shifts.
• Managed bar operations, maintained inventory accuracy, and trained bartenders on seasonal cocktail recipes.
• Completed inventory evaluations and arranged procurement with local distributors.
• Supervised onboarding process for front-of-house staff.
• Ensured adherence to COVID restrictions, coordinated takeout orders until restaurant ceased operations.
• Completed the closure and emptying of California Pizza Kitchen.

• I served homemade beer and liquor to our guests, including homemade American-style food in a very fast-paced restaurant. We would get crowds of 200-500 before and after the Steeler games all at once.
• Gained understanding of the microbrewing process.
• Learned techniques for brewing beer and distilling liquor.
• Enhanced guest experiences, leaving them eager for more.

• Crafted engaging cocktails and served American-style cuisine during game sessions.
• Evaluated site operations to confirm guests were provided with hot dishes and refreshing drinks.
• Maintained high service standards while managing group catering responsibilities alongside individual guest needs.

• Reported directly to the president/co-owner of Saber Healthcare Group, LLC completing all tasks required in a timely manner.
• Assisted accounting department by preparing reports and entering data.
• Ensured systematic organization and upkeep of all company records.
• Documented quarterly corporate credit card expenditures.
• Executed quarterly vendor verification and approval process.
• Organized vendor payment deposits for accountant review.
• Contributed to detailed audit processes.
• Coordinated corporate meeting schedules, including catering orders and refreshments.
• Acquired and set up all necessary tools for meetings, ensuring smooth operations.
• Prepared documents and maintained attendee count to ensure sufficient presentation materials.

• Worked part time, delivering exceptional service to our guests while they enjoyed Italian style cuisine.

• Greet guests and ascertain their needs.
• Guide Guests to appropriate destinations.
• Ensure guests receive necessary assistance.
• Enhanced organizational messaging by implementing efficient email systems.
• Addressed inquiries from patient family members while ensuring compliance with HIPAA privacy standards.
• Routed inquiries to appropriate department.
• Oversaw packaging and distribution processes for mail handling.
• Managed dissemination of essential memos to all nursing home directors.
• Managed planning and execution of corporate holiday gatherings.
• Successfully balanced various responsibilities to meet deadlines.

• Managed office functions meticulously.
• Arranged presentations to demonstrate understanding of client needs.
• Arranged comprehensive travel logistics for client site visits.
• Documented expenses to ensure accurate billing upon service completion.
• Utilized accounting software to manage and enter daily cost logs.
• Contacted clients requiring assistance and provided necessary support.
• Handled incomiing calls and responded to voicemails promptly.
• Executed office duties with precision and effective time management.

• Supported the opening of the Pittsburgh Hard Rock restaurant by training new employees to excel at serving great American cuisine while dancing to the music being played by local and national bands.