Lisa Valentin
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Experienced Cafeteria Manager with background in managing large-scale food service operations, including procurement, meal preparation and service, staff supervision and customer service. Possess strong organizational skills coupled with ability to maintain effective relationships with vendors, school administration, and students. Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency and maintain compliance with nutritional standards. Previously implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining quality of food service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Nutrition Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension
East Aurora, NY
10.2008 - 10.2014
- Advised individuals on how to make positive dietary changes based on their personal preferences and health conditions.
- Participated in outreach events to promote awareness about the importance of good nutrition practices.
- Created lesson plans for use in classroom settings that incorporate interactive activities into instruction.
- Attended conferences or trainings related to public health nutrition initiatives.
- Conducted workshops on topics such as meal planning, food safety, grocery shopping on a budget and physical activity promotion.
Manager of School Cafeteria
Personal Touch Food Service
Buffalo, NY
01.2016 - Present
- Developed menus based on budget constraints and USDA nutritional guidelines for school meals.
- Maintained records of daily sales transactions and prepared monthly financial reports.
- Coordinated catering services for special events held within the School district.
- Conducted regular inventory of all kitchen equipment and supplies.
- Ensured compliance with NY state regulations regarding food safety, sanitation and hygiene protocols.
- Analyzed operational data related to labor costs, food costs, wastage, to ensure profitability goals are achieved.
- Managed and supervised cafeteria staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, yearly evaluations and payroll.
- Pitched in to help cafeteria employees with various food preparation and serving tasks when short staffed.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05-1997
Skills
- Purchasing
- Portion Control
- Team Development
- Staff Leadership
- Ordering Supplies
- Cost Control
- Food presentation
- Food Preparation
- Promotions planning
- Menu development
- Food Safety
- Catering Coordination
Timeline
Manager of School Cafeteria
Personal Touch Food Service
01.2016 - Present
Community Nutrition Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension
10.2008 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Erie Community College