Shia Farkas
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Chevrah-Belz, excelling in kitchen management and staff training. Proven ability in resource management and event logistics, fostering high-quality service and productivity. Recognized for creativity and problem-solving skills, ensuring organized and engaging activities that enhance participant experiences. Committed to maintaining excellence under pressure.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
counsler
Nechmud day camp-biyan
Brooklyn, New York
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Coordinated daily camp schedules to ensure organized and engaging activities.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities to promote active participation.
- Oversaw group outings to local attractions, parks, and points of interest for enriching experiences.
Activity Director's Assistant
Krasna day camp
Monticello, New York
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Assisted in planning and organizing daily camp activities for children.
- Coordinated supplies and materials needed for various camp programs.
- Supported the Activity Director in managing schedules and event logistics.
- Kept activities spaces organized, clean and tidy.
Kitchen Manager
Chevrah-belz
Jerusalem, israel
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Trained staff on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage.
- Assisted in menu planning and inventory management processes.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow during busy hours.
- Implemented best practices for food storage and waste reduction.
- "Managed high-volume production of 15,000 meals across a 3-day holiday period, ensuring efficient operations under pressure."
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest need
Skills
- Activity coordination
- Event logistics
- Program planning
- Resource management
- Problem solving
- Creativity
- Calm under pressure
Languages
English
Professional
Hebrew
Professional
Yiddish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
counsler
Nechmud day camp-biyan
07.2025 - 09.2025
Activity Director's Assistant
Krasna day camp
08.2024 - 09.2025
Kitchen Manager
Chevrah-belz
12.2023 - 10.2024
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