Leslie Whatley
BAKER/COOK
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Seasoned Bakery Manager and Cook Shift Leader with a proven track record at mesa lagrees and Cappella / Compass Group. Expert in inventory management and employee training, I excel in optimizing production schedules and implementing cost controls to exceed customer expectations. My leadership has significantly enhanced team performance and food safety standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Lakeshore
Pueblo, Co
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
Cook Shift Leader
Cappella / Compass Group
Pueblo West
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals for special events and catering functions.
- Implemented cost-control measures to maintain budgetary guidelines.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
- Placed orders for food and supplies used for preparing and cooking meals.
Bakery Manager
Mesa LaGrees
Pueblo
08.2022 - 05.2023
- inventory
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Coordinated bakery production schedule to efficiently meet customer demands and special orders.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Minimized cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
Education
GED -
LaJunta Senior High
La Junta, CO05-1984
Skills
- Inventory management
- Production scheduling
- Employee training
- Cost control
- Food safety
- Customer service
Accomplishments
Received award for going above and beyond when redecorated private dining room.
Being both a hands on and hospitality leader and a effective and successful team member.
Recognition for Leading the Field in Enriching lives of seniors every day!
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Cook
Lakeshore
03.2024 - 02.2025
Cook Shift Leader
Cappella / Compass Group
04.2023 - 02.2024
Bakery Manager
Mesa LaGrees
08.2022 - 05.2023
GED -
LaJunta Senior High
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