patricia Strollo Elder
Madison,AL
Summary
Detail-oriented Research Analyst with first-rate active listening, communication and planning traits. Creative and persistent to quickly and effectively solve various problems that may arise. Committed to completing accurate and thorough competitive assessments. Outstanding research skills combined with effective decision-making talents.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Research Analyst
University of Alabama Huntsville
08.2013
Supply Chain Analyst Internship
Cynfully Delicious
05.2012
Director of Development
Strollo Architects
04.2008 - Current
- Developed comprehensive strategic plans to guide long-term growth and sustainability of the organization''s programs.
Dining Service Director
Unidine Corporation
04.2017 - 04.2019
Director of Dining Service
Atria Senior Living
12.2015 - 04.2017
Senior Executive Chef
Morrison Senior Living
04.2014 - 05.2015
Project Manager/Director of Operations
Strollo's Cucina Due
01.2006 - 01.2009
Assistant Director of Dining Service/Executive Chef
ACTS CCRC
01.2003 - 01.2006
Director of Catering -Director of Food & Beverage
Hilton Hotels
01.2001 - 01.2003
Managing Partner/Exec Chef
Sister Gooch
01.1996 - 01.2001
Quality Control Mgr.- Food Service Div.
Universal Studios Florida
01.1989 - 01.1995
Education
Certified Dietary Manager -
Bachelor of Science in Business Management/JUMP MBA - Business Operations Mgmt- Supply Chain Concentration
University of Alabama Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama12.2023
Grande Diploma -
La Varenne Ecole de Cuisine
Paris, France01.1985
Skills
- Food Service facilities planning/programming
- Proven ability to effectively manage both personnel and projects
- Self starter and strong independent worker
- Excel at analyzing products and procedures to generate new ideas to improve efficiency, production quality and delivery of service to the customer
- Key member in any team developing and executing strategic business plans
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Direct all manufacturing activities in both production and packaging
- Train and develop employees in respective areas/equipment to expand job knowledge and flexibility
- Insure compliance with all food safety procedures-ServSafe, HACCP
- R&D for new product development
- Ability to communicate on various levels to include C-suite, client, regional associate, ops mgmt
- Improve organizational efficiencies using teamwork, root cause analysis, continuous improvement principles
Brand strategy
Decision Support
SWOT Analysis
Industry analysis
Trend forecasting
Excellent communication abilities
Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical skills
Project Management
Research design
Affiliations
- Tennessee Farmers' Cooperative
- Alabama Extension Service
- SCMA- Supply Chain Management Association-UAH Founding President 2013
- BGS- Beta Gamma Sigma 2013
- SHRM- Society of Human Resource Managers/Student UAH 2012
- IDDBA - International Dairy, Deli, Bakery Association
- BBGA- Bread Bakers Guild of America
- WCR- Women Chefs and Restaurateurs
- ACF- American Culinary Federation
Honorsawardspublicationscertifications
- 1985 Restaurant Duquesnoy- Paris, France- Stagiare
- 1991 Governor's Cup Seafood Challenge- Orlando, FL- Silver Medalist
- 1992 Southeastern Foodservice Expo -Orlando, FL- Bronze Medalist
- 1993 IAWCR National Publication -Orlando, FL-Feature Chef
- 1999 Park Plaza Gardens-20th Anniversary- Winter Park, FL- Guest Chef
- 2003 Southern Living Magazine-Huntsville, AL-National Publication Feature Restaurant
- 2003 Huntsville/Madison Co. Chamber of Commerce -Huntsville, AL-Small Business of the Year Nominee
- 2006 Alpha Lambda Delta-Huntsville, AL-Honor Fraternity Induction
- 2009 ServSafe NRA Food Safety Program- Chicago, IL-Certified Trainer/Proctor
- 2012 UAH Dean's List -Huntsville, AL- GPA 4.0 Honors Scholar
- 2013 UAH Dean's List-Huntsville, AL-GPA 3.87 Honors Scholar
- 2013 Beta Gamma Sigma-Huntsville, AL- Business Honors Fraternity Induction
- 2014 Morrison Way National Publication Feature Chef/Property- The Covington- Aliso Viejo, Ca
- 2016 Atria Senior Living - Q Award, Irvine, Ca
- 2017 Atria Senior Living- Q Award, Boynton Beach, FL
References
Available on request to include client/project listing
Certification
- CM - Certified Manager Certification
Timeline
Dining Service Director
Unidine Corporation
04.2017 - 04.2019
Director of Dining Service
Atria Senior Living
12.2015 - 04.2017
Senior Executive Chef
Morrison Senior Living
04.2014 - 05.2015
Senior Research Analyst
University of Alabama Huntsville
08.2013
Supply Chain Analyst Internship
Cynfully Delicious
05.2012
Director of Development
Strollo Architects
04.2008 - Current
Project Manager/Director of Operations
Strollo's Cucina Due
01.2006 - 01.2009
Assistant Director of Dining Service/Executive Chef
ACTS CCRC
01.2003 - 01.2006
Director of Catering -Director of Food & Beverage
Hilton Hotels
01.2001 - 01.2003
Managing Partner/Exec Chef
Sister Gooch
01.1996 - 01.2001
Quality Control Mgr.- Food Service Div.
Universal Studios Florida
01.1989 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Science in Business Management/JUMP MBA - Business Operations Mgmt- Supply Chain Concentration
University of Alabama Huntsville
Grande Diploma -
La Varenne Ecole de Cuisine
Certified Dietary Manager -
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