7 Years ServSafe manager Certified, motivated to expand and excel in the field of nutrition. 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 with a high Knowle in food safety.
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Lynn Garamella
Shelton,CT
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cooperative Education Services
Cafe Manager
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Minimized waste using counting measures, including mindful purchasing decisions and labor management.
- Introduced new menu items to add variety and selections and meet customer preferences.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing food products consistently to temperature.
- Maintaining kitchen by creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Filled in for absent employees in any position in cafe, keeping operations efficient even when short-handed.
- Oversaw daily cafe operations to maintain smooth workflow in both front-of-house and back-of-house areas.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
Thomas E Carroll Nutrition Center
Cafeteria Aide
08.2015 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Monitored cafeteria during 4 lunch waves daily
- Provided staff and students with monthly menu
- Monitored food supplies and cleaning materials
- Implemented cost-saving measures in food preparation and service, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
- Participated in training new hires, fostering teamwork and building a positive work environment.
- Established rapport with students and staff by providing friendly and attentive service.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients and leftovers.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools and equipment.
Education
Kolbe Cathedral High School33 Calhoun Place Bridgeport, Ct
High School Diploma
University Overview
Butler Business School IncBridgeport, CT
Certificate in Word Processing / Admin Asst from Administrative Assistance /Word Processing
06.1991
University Overview
Studied and passed all course work.
Skills
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Customer Service
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Market Tracking
- Conflict Resolution
- Workflow Planning
- Reliable and Responsible
- Customer experience management
Timeline
Cafe Manager
Cooperative Education Services
08.2020 - Current
Cafeteria Aide
Thomas E Carroll Nutrition Center
08.2015 - 08.2020
Kolbe Cathedral High School
High School Diploma
Butler Business School Inc
Certificate in Word Processing / Admin Asst from Administrative Assistance /Word Processing
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