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Nola Anderson

Gulfport,MS

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Consult Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.

Administrative Assistant

Savard Labor & Marine
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for office supplies, equipment and services.
  • Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.

Office Manager

Fennell Sheet Metal
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
  • Improved safety procedures to promote employee well-being and safety and protect company from potential liability.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Lead Kitchen Supervisor

Pillars Of Biloxi
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
  • Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
  • Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
  • Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
  • Set and oversaw weekly and special event menu plans.
  • Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
  • Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.
  • Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
  • Tracked kitchen performance metrics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.

Lead Bartender

Legion Post 119
05.2019 - 11.2020
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Trained oncoming new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
  • Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.

Education

High School Diploma -

George County High School
Lucedale, MS
05.1994

Timeline

Chef

Consult Healthcare
01.2024 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Savard Labor & Marine
02.2022 - 05.2023

Office Manager

Fennell Sheet Metal
03.2021 - 01.2022

Lead Bartender

Legion Post 119
05.2019 - 11.2020

Lead Kitchen Supervisor

Pillars Of Biloxi
02.2019 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

George County High School

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