Melanie Argabright
Akron,OH
Summary
Experienced Food Service Manager with a proven ability to manage all facets of food service operations. Proficient in staff supervision, inventory management, and budget control to optimize efficiency and profitability. Skilled in upholding stringent standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Adept leader capable of inspiring and guiding teams to hit goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Rubber City Arches, Llc McDonalds
Akron, OH
10.1990 - Current
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
Baker/Coffee Barista
Dunkin' Donuts
Akron, OH
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Stocked shelves with freshly-baked goods throughout the day as needed.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
Room Attendant
Hilton
North Canton, Ohio
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Followed safety procedures while handling cleaning products and operating equipment like vacuum cleaners.
- Stocked linen closets with fresh supplies of sheets, towels and other linens as required.
- Delivered items requested by guests such as extra pillows or blankets in a timely manner.
Caregiver
Beverly Sizemore
Clinton, OH
07.2007 - 06.2017
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Education
Paralegal -
Academy of Court Reporting
Akron, OH07-2008
High School Diploma -
Green High School
Green, OH06-1985
Associate of Applied Science - Health Aide
Portage Lakes Career Center
Green, OH06-1985
Skills
- Supply Ordering
- Recruitment
- Product Rotation
- Inventory Management
- Workflow Planning
- Cost Control
- Quality Assurance
- Kitchen Management
- Food Safety
- Staff Supervision
- ServSafe Certification
- Health Code Compliance
- Staff Management
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Productivity Improvement
- Customer Service
- Health Inspections
- Inventory Control
- Safe Food Handling
- Order Accuracy
- Cost controls
Timeline
Baker/Coffee Barista
Dunkin' Donuts
09.2017 - 11.2019
Room Attendant
Hilton
03.2016 - 12.2017
Caregiver
Beverly Sizemore
07.2007 - 06.2017
Kitchen Manager
Rubber City Arches, Llc McDonalds
10.1990 - Current
Paralegal -
Academy of Court Reporting
High School Diploma -
Green High School
Associate of Applied Science - Health Aide
Portage Lakes Career Center