Lori Kovac
Kansas City,Kansas
Summary
Diligent and results-driven, I excel in facility maintenance, customer engagement, and upholding safety protocols. My strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities ensure productivity and client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSISTANT COOK
Hazel Grove Elementary
Kansas City, KS
02.2025 - Current
- Preparation daily breakfast and lunch meals for 500 students, following USDA school nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health department standards.
- Supported lead cook with meal planning, portion control, and food inventory management.
- Calculated appropriate food quantities based on student headcount and portion size requirements.
- Assisted in adjusting recipes and meal prep to meet daily attendance and minimize food waste.
- Measured and portioned food items according to standardized serving sizes and nutritional guidelines.
- Ensured consistent portion control to meet USDA and school district nutrition standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, mixers, slicers, and dishwashers.
- Helped serve meals efficiently in a fast-paced cafeteria setting.
- Followed strict food safety protocols, including proper food handling, storage, and temperature control.
- Collaborated with school staff to accommodate students with allergies or dietary restrictions.
- Monitored food supplies and reported low stock to kitchen supervisor for reordering.
- Assisted in unloading and organizing food deliveries and rotating stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
- Built positive relationships with students and staff, contributing to a welcoming meal environment.
CAREGIVER
Personal Caregiver
KS
06.2018 - Current
- Assists client with daily tasks, such as laundry, housekeeping, shopping and transportation to appointments.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Prepared meals according to client dietary requirements.
- Developed meaningful relationships with clients, understanding their personal stories and daily routines.
- Engaged clients through conversation and companionship, promoting independence and meeting social requirements.
PORTER/ LOT ATTENDANT
Victory Ford
Kansas City, KS
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; walls, and disposing of trash.
- Provided exceptional customer service to guests by greeting them upon arrival and responding promptly to their requests.
- Followed and complied with health and sanitation procedures, promoting safe work practices.
- Ensured that all areas were properly stocked with necessary supplies for efficient operation.
- Removed debris, cleaned spills, and mopped floors throughout facility.
- Maintained an organized and clean working environment by adhering to all established health and safety regulations.
- Identified potential maintenance issues before they become major problems by conducting regular inspections of premises.
- Conducted regular inspections of the lot to ensure safety and security protocols were followed.
- Parked and retrieved vehicles for customers in parking lots, storage garages or new car lots.
- Took numbered tags from customers to locate and deliver vehicles to customers.
- Developed strategies for improving workflow processes on the lot to increase efficiency and reduce wait times for customers.
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
DS Bus Lines (previously First Student)
KS
09.2018 - 07.2023
- Adhered to schedules and safety protocols to enhance transportation service.
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with students to foster pleasant rides.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive student experiences.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and testing of transit bus for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run.
- Transported students on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws and stipulations to maximize safety.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while focused on safety and efficiency.
- Performed post-trip inspections on all buses driven.
ASSISTANT COOK
Hocker Grove Middle School
Shawnee, KS
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in kitchen environment.
- Followed standardized recipes to prepare dishes accurately and consistently.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, including washing, peeling, cutting and slicing items.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators regularly to ensure proper storage temperatures were maintained.
- Collaborated with team members throughout shift to ensure smooth operations.
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods.
BUS DRIVER/ CPR INSTRUCTOR
Turner Bus Company
Kansas City, KS
01.2012 - 02.2017
- Instructed cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and providing certification to employees.
- Adhered to schedules and safety protocols to enhance transportation service.
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with students to foster pleasant rides.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive student experiences.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and testing of transit bus for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run.
- Transported students on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws and stipulations to maximize safety.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while focused on safety and efficiency.
- Performed post-trip inspections on all buses driven.
Education
PSYCHOLOGY - COMPUTER
KCKCC
COMPUTER TRAINING -
EL CENTRO
SECRETARIAL - COMPUTER, GED
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS JOB CORP
Skills
- Strong problem-solving
- Customer Service
- Facility Cleaning
- Punctual and Dependable
- Safety Protocols
- Performance Improvement
- Initiative and Self-Motivation
- Strong Work Ethic
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Problem-Solving
Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor, American Heart Association
Timeline
ASSISTANT COOK
Hazel Grove Elementary
02.2025 - Current
PORTER/ LOT ATTENDANT
Victory Ford
08.2023 - 02.2024
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
DS Bus Lines (previously First Student)
09.2018 - 07.2023
CAREGIVER
Personal Caregiver
06.2018 - Current
ASSISTANT COOK
Hocker Grove Middle School
01.2017 - 08.2017
BUS DRIVER/ CPR INSTRUCTOR
Turner Bus Company
01.2012 - 02.2017
PSYCHOLOGY - COMPUTER
KCKCC
COMPUTER TRAINING -
EL CENTRO
SECRETARIAL - COMPUTER, GED
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS JOB CORP
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