Dedicated Food Service Manager with 22 years of experience working in school settings. Professional attitude with great communication skills. Effective at meeting food service operation objectives with a proactive approach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Food Service Manager
Marion Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Assists Food Service Manager with planning and preparation of breakfast and lunch serving around 800 students.
Trains new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for exceptional service delivery.
Observes staff to confirm safety and quality standards.
Accurately monitors inventory levels
Practice safe work habits and encourages staff to do same.
Increases overall efficiency by implementing standardized operating procedures for all food production tasks in the kitchen area.
Assesses inventory levels regularly, maintaining optimal stock to prevent shortages or surplus.
Helps Food Service Manager train cafeteria staff in food preparation, line process and health regulations.
Demonstrates conflict management skills
Ensures compliance with health codes, leading to consistently high scores on inspections and maintaining a clean work environment.
Displays proper food handling and equipment technique when assisting in kitchen.
Maintains compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
Trains staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Oversee food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Maintains kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Custodian
New Prague School District
05.2021 - Current
Cleaning and sanitizing of restrooms, rooms, hallways, locker rooms, offices and common spaces
Trash removal, floor maintenance, entrance cleaning, laundry, heavy equipment use, cleaning after sports events, weekend security building checks and deep summer cleaning
Nutrition Services Manager
Jordan School District
03.2001 - 05.2021
Responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen that prepares the food and beverages for our school and small catering events
Manage the inventory, order food, beverages, and supplies for the kitchen
Oversee preparation, portion sizes, presentation of the food
Ensure safe food handling and correct temperature cooking and holding
Inspect supplies, equipment and work areas
Direct employees in daily task and troubleshoot any problems
Cashier and deposit daily monies
Help with the interviewing process of new employees
Keep all kitchen and required paperwork filled out and up to date
Do HACCP trainings with staff
Daily sanitation and cleaning of kitchen
Keep State of Minnesota Food Managers Certificate current and do continuing education courses yearly
Always ensure excellent customer service to staff and students and help them to understand requirements
Education
The Art Institute
Minneapolis, MN
Basic -
Fulton High School
Fulton, IL
Skills
Overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff
Manage safe preparation, portions and presentation of meals
Time and Temperature Management
Product ordering through several vendors
Manage inventory
Cashier and deposit daily monies
Follows sanitization regulations
Experienced in production records etc
Current with Iowa Managers Certificate
Certification
Food Manager Certificate, State of Iowa Food Service Manager Certificate
References
Kirk Nelson, Former Superintendent Jordan Schools, 641-529-1125
Cheryl Schmieg, Former Nutrition Services Director Jordan Schools, 952-492-2727
High School Principal/Administrative Secretary at Marion Independent School DistrictHigh School Principal/Administrative Secretary at Marion Independent School District