- Sharing recipes, cooking tips, and culinary experiences through blogs and social media platforms
- Food Photography
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Engaging in food photography and sharing culinary creations on social media
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
Lochlainn Hinkson
Claremont
Summary
Results-driven food manager with expertise in team management, safety compliance, and data analysis. Proven ability to track sales trends and manage vendor relationships, enhancing operational efficiency. Extensive experience in food service operations, inventory management, and staff supervision, leading to reduced waste and optimized resources. Committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety while fostering a productive work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Manager
Rivallee
Woodstock, VT
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, organized workspace to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Supervised kitchen staff by overseeing hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure quality products at competitive prices.
- Performed weekly equipment inspections to enforce safety protocols.
- Tracked sales data to identify trends for effective marketing strategies.
- Created seasonal par lists to prevent food over-ordering.
- Collected cash from self-checkout machines and prepared paperwork for management review.
Sales Associate
Walmart
Claremont, NH
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Greeted customers warmly and offered assistance.
- Helped customers find and select products.
- Kept work area clean, organized and free of clutter at all times.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness and reduce spoilage rates.
- Performed daily inventory checks to monitor stock levels and replenish as necessary.
- Tracked expiration dates on perishable products to ensure they are removed from sale prior to expiry date.
- Practiced safe handling techniques when lifting heavy boxes of produce.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within the store's produce section.
- Monitored temperature settings in refrigeration units regularly.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, mopping, and disposing of waste properly.
- Trained new employees on proper food handling practices and proper use of equipment.
- Collaborated with management team members to develop promotional strategies that would increase sales within the meat department.
Cashier
Hannafords
Claremont, NH
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges.
- Maintained cleanliness of the checkout area by cleaning counters, shelves and windows.
- Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning.
- Ensured that all carts were returned to the designated area after each use.
- Developed strong customer service skills by assisting customers with their inquiries and needs.
- Assisted customers with loading groceries into their vehicles, providing exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while interacting with customers in a friendly manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stevens highschool
Claremont06-2024
Skills
- Ordering and purchasing
- Food presentation
- Food safety compliance
- Staff supervision
- Waste reduction
- Sanitation standards
- Team development
- Allergen awareness
- Health inspections
- Customer service
- Staff leadership
- Inventory management
- Marketing and promotions
Interests
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Stevens highschool, Janitor, Claremont, NH, 2020-09, 2024-03, Swept, mopped, and vacuumed all types of floors., Used appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks., Maintained janitorial closets in a neat and orderly manner by organizing supplies on shelves and disposing of unused materials properly., Dusted furniture and fixtures regularly to maintain a clean appearance., Mixed water and detergents in containers according to product specifications to prevent damage to floors, fixtures or furniture.
Timeline
Food Manager
Rivallee
08.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2022 - 08.2024
Cashier
Hannafords
05.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Stevens highschool