Shira Palmer
Pulaski
Summary
Experienced assistant food service leader with a background in food service planning, sales and management. Demonstrates effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in inventory management, staff training, and customer service. Known for reliability and achieving results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Food Service Leader
Kwik Trip
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily food service operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained staff on food preparation standards.
- Handled customer complaints promptly and professionally, turning negative experiences into positive outcomes whenever possible.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust ordering decisions accordingly.
- Developed training materials to enhance team performance and operational knowledge.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Monitored quality control measures, maintaining high standards for food safety and presentation.
Food Service Coworker
Kwik Trip
08.2021 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Implemented proper food handling techniques to maintain safe cooking practices.
- Reduced waste through checking production plan reports.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, reducing the likelihood of food contamination.
- Managed proper storage of perishable items at appropriate temperatures for quality freshness and safety standards compliance.
- Prevented food waste by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Machine Operator
Tufco Technologies Inc
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Manipulate machine controls to ensure the minimization of packing material waste.
- Set up the packaging machine to display accurate code dates on boxes.
- Maintain machine condition and clear product jams.
- Package the product in the corresponding boxes and palletize.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
Lineworker
QPS Employment Group/PCI
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained a clean work area while following food safety requirements and plant safety practices.
- Ensure each box kicked off the conveyor belt has the correct quantity of product packaged, has correct weights, and is up to quality standards.
- Palletizing products.
- Inspected materials and finished products to verify quality, and disposed of items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Inspected extruded product for appearance and size defects according to specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Iola-Scandinavia High School
Iola, WI05.2019
Skills
- Food safety
- Food preparation
- Sanitation standards
- Staff training and development
- Staff leadership
- Food safety compliance
- Strategic planning
- Inventory management
- Sales planning
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Assistant Food Service Leader
Kwik Trip
11.2023 - Current
Food Service Coworker
Kwik Trip
08.2021 - Current
Machine Operator
Tufco Technologies Inc
03.2021 - 08.2021
Lineworker
QPS Employment Group/PCI
07.2019 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Iola-Scandinavia High School