TeriLynne Derschan
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic Kitchen Manager with extensive experience at Cheyenne Mountain School District 12, excelling in food safety and staff training. Achieved significant cost reductions through effective inventory management and streamlined operations, while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Cheyenne Mountain School District 12
SKyway Elementary
09.2013 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food deliveries adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
Kitchen Manager
School District 11
North Middle School
08.2006 - 08.2013
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
- Developed a grab & go for students getting off the bus so they could participate in the breakfast program.
Shift Manager, Salad Prep, Food Prep for 1500
Schriever Air Force Base
4186 - 3708 Enoch Rd Colorado Springs, CO 80930
06.2004 - 06.2007
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of areas.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety guidelines, reducing workplace accidents and incidents significantly over time.
Education
Elementary Education
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MICourt Reporting
Denver Academy of Court Reporting
Westminster, CoHigh School Diploma -
Indiana Academy
24815 IN-19 Cicero, IN 4603405-1982
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Staff training and development
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Cheyenne Mountain School District 12
09.2013 - Current
Kitchen Manager
School District 11
08.2006 - 08.2013
Shift Manager, Salad Prep, Food Prep for 1500
Schriever Air Force Base
06.2004 - 06.2007
Elementary Education
Andrews University
Court Reporting
Denver Academy of Court Reporting
High School Diploma -
Indiana Academy