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Leah Edwards

Gulf Breeze,FL

Summary

Collaborative Cafeteria Manager with 30 years of experience supervising all aspects of food service operations, including equipment preparation, employee supervision and inventory management. Hardworking and responsible individual certified in servsafe. Expertise in maintaining administrative records and training personnel in operational procedures. Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols. Dynamic professional with demonstrated success in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies to boost sales, while maintaining operational efficiency. Skilled in budget management to reduce costs and maximize profits. Passion for food preparation, providing quality products to customers. Ambitious cafeteria manager with proven track record of creating successful food service operations, managing staff,and increasing profits. Extensive experience in menu design, ordering supplies, and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and natural knack for building relationships with customers. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cafeteria manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Collaborative Cafeteria Manager with 4 years of experience supervising all aspects of food service operations, including equipment preparation, employee supervision and inventory management. Hardworking and responsible individual certified in serve safe. Expertise in maintaining administrative records and training personnel in operational procedures.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Cafeteria Manager

Sodexo USA
07.2020 - Current
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Used [newton] to analyze daily financial statements, balance statements, and reimbursable meals.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised staff to ensure exceptional customer service in a fast-paced setting.

Head Breakfast Attendant

Hampton Inn By Hilton
08.2012 - 03.2020
  • Disposed of trash, wiped kitchen areas and mopped floors to meet health department sanitation inspection guidelines.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, resulting in consistent quality of prepared foods.
  • Displayed strong attention to detail when setting up buffet stations or cleaning the dining area after service.
  • Prepared selection of coffees, fresh juices and other beverages for guest enjoyment.
  • Maintained proper food handling procedures by following safety and sanitation guidelines diligently.
  • Adhered to hotel brand standards when preparing meals and maintaining the appearance of the dining area.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly while multitasking effectively during peak service times.
  • Restocked serving dishes, utensils, and condiments as needed to ensure optimal availability for guests throughout breakfast service hours.
  • worked for the Hampton inn for 8 years.

Education

Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL
05.1992

High School Diploma -

East Holmes Academy
West, MS
05.1988

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Health and safety procedures
  • Food handling
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Food presentation
  • Safety and health precautions
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Meal Planning
  • Health regulations
  • Inventory Management
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Staff Scheduling
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Waste Reduction
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Portion Control
  • Allergy awareness
  • Menu Planning
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Cafeteria equipment operations
  • Food and supplies ordering
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Leadership
  • Money Handling
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Relationship Building
  • Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
  • Scheduling Staff
  • Employee Supervision
  • Delegating Assignments and Tasks
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Supply Ordering and Management
  • Monitoring Food Preparation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Operations Management
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Scheduling
  • Quality Control
  • Strategic Planning
  • Training and Onboarding
  • Building Maintenance
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Staff Supervision
  • Quality Assurance
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Cost controls
  • Managing Deliveries
  • Customer Retention
  • Anticipating Problems
  • Performance Improvement
  • Front of House Management
  • POS Terminal Operation
  • Sanitation
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Back of House Management
  • Fire Safety Regulations
  • ServSafe Food Manager
  • ServeSafe Manager

Timeline

Cafeteria Manager

Sodexo USA
07.2020 - Current

Head Breakfast Attendant

Hampton Inn By Hilton
08.2012 - 03.2020

Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education

Pensacola Christian College

High School Diploma -

East Holmes Academy
Leah Edwards