Tara Patruno
Worcester,MA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
The Botanist
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost performance, streamline ingredient prep processes and reduce waste.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Purchased raw materials and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Cultivation Specialist
Revolutionary Clinics / Rev Brands
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
- Assisted and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
- Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
- Maintained detailed records of crop production, soil composition and plant health.
- Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of cannabis
Kitchen Manager / Product Development Manager
The Pass
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost kitchen performance, streamline ingredient prep processes and reduce waste.
- Distinguished product issues and gathered information on customer experiences.
- Reviewed product development budgets, expenditures and research.
- Identified opportunities for new products and improvements to existing products to increase sales.
Kitchen Production Manager
Revolutionary Clinics/Rev Brands
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Professional Writing / Technical Writing
Mount Wachusett Community College
12.2024
Associate of Arts - International Pastry And Baking
Lincoln Culinary Institute
Hartford, CT11.2012
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- KPI Tracking
- Workflow Management
- Supply Ordering
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Market Research Analysis
- Product Development
- Decision-Making
- Brand-Building Strategies
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
The Botanist
03.2023 - 10.2023
Cultivation Specialist
Revolutionary Clinics / Rev Brands
09.2022 - 03.2023
Kitchen Manager / Product Development Manager
The Pass
11.2021 - 08.2022
Kitchen Production Manager
Revolutionary Clinics/Rev Brands
11.2019 - 07.2021
Associate of Arts - Professional Writing / Technical Writing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Associate of Arts - International Pastry And Baking
Lincoln Culinary Institute
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