Perry Terhune
Nashotah,WI
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Chick-fil-A, excelling in waste reduction and staff training. Adept at optimizing inventory management and enhancing workplace safety, I foster a culture of continuous improvement. My leadership skills drive team productivity, ensuring high-quality service and operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Coordinator
Chick-fil-A
Pewaukee, WI
01.2023 - Current
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage techniques.
- Assisted with budget planning and financial tracking for the kitchen department, optimizing resource allocation for maximum profitability.
- Provided ongoing training to kitchen staff, fostering an environment of continuous learning and skill development.
- Introduced new workflow methods that improved overall employee productivity within the kitchen.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of kitchen facilities to maintain compliance with local health codes and regulations.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and assembling for quality control.
Assistant Manager
Publix Super Markets
Nashville, TN
01.2017 - 12.2022
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Received and ordered accurate shipments daily to stock sales floor.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Youth Minister
St. Peter’s Church
Columbia, TN
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Communicated with parents and guardians about church policy, events and youth participation.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia into ministry programs.
- Promoted a culture of spiritual growth and discipleship, consistently modeling and encouraging a deepened relationship with God.
- Developed innovative outreach initiatives, resulting in increased attendance at ministry events.
- Spearheaded fundraising campaigns to support mission trips, special projects, and ongoing program expenses.
Education
Bachelors - Psychology
Martin Methodist College
Pulaski, TNGED -
Fayetteville City High School
Fayetteville, TN05.2018
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Cleaning protocols
- Scheduling staff
- Food storage
- Waste reduction
- Ordering supplies
- Portion control
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Retail inventory management
- Inventory counting
- Supply chain coordination
- Ordering procedures
- Department leadership
Timeline
Kitchen Coordinator
Chick-fil-A
01.2023 - Current
Youth Minister
St. Peter’s Church
08.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Manager
Publix Super Markets
01.2017 - 12.2022
Bachelors - Psychology
Martin Methodist College
GED -
Fayetteville City High School