Tara Buxton
Joplin,MO
Summary
Resourceful Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in project management, event coordination, and workflow optimization. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring successful project outcomes through effective leadership and teamwork.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
carl juction schools
Carl Junction, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized various teaching techniques to motivate students and foster their academic growth.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
Certified Dietary Manager
Joplin Health and Rehabilitation
Joplin, MO
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff in the preparation of meals according to established recipes and safety guidelines.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Fulfilled multiple duties by processing transactions, maintaining cleanliness and providing high levels of customer service.
- Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily food service operations.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services.
- Provided nutritional education to patients as needed.
Office Manager
Talented Fecke Tech
Carl Junction, MO
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
Certified Dietary Manager
Cox Barton County Hospital
Lamar, MO
03.2018 - 07.2022
- Supervised kitchen staff in the preparation of meals according to established recipes and safety guidelines.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Created menus that met nutritional requirements for all patients.
- Evaluated performance of kitchen staff members and provided feedback.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily food service operations.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services.
- Inspected facilities regularly to ensure cleanliness and conformance with regulations.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Prepared reports on patient satisfaction surveys related to food services.
- Collaborated with other departments to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care.
Education
Dietary Management
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KS12-2013
High School Diploma -
Carl Junction High School
Carl Junction, MO05-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Ozark Christian College
Joplin, MOSome College (No Degree) - Education
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MOSkills
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Decision-making
- Professional networking
- Clear communication
- Customer service
- Strategic planning
- Time management
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Operations management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Affiliations
- photographer that enjoys giving back to their community in their spare time.
- enjoys volunteering at local community outreach in their spare time.
- spending time with my daughter and husband of 20 years.
Accomplishments
- 2 time participant in the PhotoSpiva Contest in 2020 and 2021.
- Recipient of a Stem Cell Transpant from Mayo Clinic in 2021.
Timeline
Certified Dietary Manager
Joplin Health and Rehabilitation
11.2023 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
carl juction schools
08.2023 - Current
Office Manager
Talented Fecke Tech
11.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Dietary Manager
Cox Barton County Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2022
Dietary Management
Barton County Community College
High School Diploma -
Carl Junction High School
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Ozark Christian College
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Missouri Southern State University