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Jennifer Bowles

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Summary

Business owner and visual artist with over 30 years of successful experience in both portrait and landscape photography, creative design, creative writing, and restaurant management. Recognized in several articles for my artistic abilities. Strive to achieve positive communication skills with clientele from the beginning of projects, to long after they are finished by maintaining lasting interactions decades long.

Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Hardworking and enthusiastic entrepreneur trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.

All while maintaining current health department and state regulated permits required to own and operate a safe working food establishment and business.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contract Caterer for Idaho Dept of Lands

Idaho Department Of Lands
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided personalized catering services tailored to dietary requirements that still met the state dietary requirements for a high energy and nutritionally sound meal.
  • Streamlined event preparation process for increased efficiency, ensuring timely delivery to the fire camps.
  • Managed food inventory and supplies, reducing waste and maintaining optimal stock levels for diverse events.
  • Collaborated with Fire Chiefs, to ensure seamless integration of catering services into efficient food delivery.
  • Optimized workflow processes within the kitchen environment for greater efficiency during food preparation stages.
  • Leveraged strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with staff as they worked around the clock.
  • Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment per contract specifications.
  • Delivered catered food and supplies to location for on-time set-up.
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each location.
  • Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
  • Researched menu options for on location staff and firefighters with food allergies or special dietary preferences to accommodate varied dietary needs.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Offered vegetarian/vegan versions of entrees to appeal to health conscious customers.
  • Supervised and trained catering staff to carry out correct tasks and apply best practices.

Restaurant Owner

The Savory Bee LLC
10.2021 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing high-quality service standards and staff training programs.
  • Managed financial operations for streamlined efficiency, reducing overall expenses and maximizing profits.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract new patrons, resulting in higher foot traffic and improved revenue.
  • Cultivated a positive dining atmosphere by maintaining a clean and inviting establishment.
  • Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
  • Mentored and developed staff members, fostering an environment that promoted professional growth within the team.
  • Launched successful promotional campaigns to boost visibility in the local community, increasing brand awareness among potential customers.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, maintaining a safe environment for both employees and patrons alike.
  • Oversaw renovation projects that enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the restaurant space, contributing to increased guest satisfaction levels.
  • Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
  • Effectively managed payroll responsibilities while adhering to budgetary constraints, promoting cost-effective staffing practices across all shifts.
  • Coordinated catering events that showcased the restaurant''s culinary talents while generating additional revenue streams through off-site services.
  • Negotiated favorable lease terms with property owners, securing prime location spots at reduced rental rates.
  • Collaborated with designers to create a visually appealing website and social media presence, which led to increased online reservations and inquiries.
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 8 employees.
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.

Professional Photographer

Gotcha! Photography
06.1994 - Current
  • Owns and operates Gotcha! Photography for 30 years
  • Captured captivating images for marketing campaigns, boosting brand visibility and engagement.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photographs for various events and projects.
  • Photograph weddings, portraits, families, high-school seniors, events, lifestyle
  • Proficient in Photoshop and lightroom editing software
  • Excellent communication skills with clients and vendors
  • Manage online marketing through several outlets, including social media
  • Maintains positive and friendly communications with clients; both past and current
  • Continually striving to learn more by keeping up with technology trends

Visual Artist- Photographer and Painter

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
  • Made use of materials, such as ink, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils, to complete unique piece for customers
  • Applied color theory and lighting techniques to paintings to add excitement, focus and depth
  • Transformed ideas into high-quality visual creations to fulfill client requests
  • Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities
  • Collaborated with fellow artists to produce impactful group exhibitions, promoting a diverse range of artistic styles.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients and collectors, resulting in repeat commissions for custom artwork.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Visual Communication And Photography

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID

Associate of Science - Outdoor Recreation

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID

Skills

  • Visual storytelling
  • Skilled in Photoshop and Lightroom
  • Customer Service
  • Communications
  • Editing
  • Creativity
  • Detail Oriented
  • Building Effective Relationships
  • Event Management
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Ordering and Invoicing
  • Staff Development
  • Kitchen Staff Coordination
  • Food Preparation
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Management
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Adaptability
  • Project management
  • Customer service
  • Menu development
  • Staff training
  • Food presentation
  • Team leadership
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Health Code Compliance
  • Order Management
  • Meal Preparation
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Food Prep Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Delegating Work
  • Catering and Events
  • Personable and Friendly

Certification

Maintains current business license to own and operate a restaurant and catering business.

Maintains a current food handlers license.

Retains all the proper business and employer insurance required by state law.

Maintains a current food permit and is in good standing with the Health Inspector.

References

References available upon request.

Software

Photoshop

Lightroom

Square business

Square restaurant management

Square employee management

Timeline

Contract Caterer for Idaho Dept of Lands

Idaho Department Of Lands
08.2022 - Current

Restaurant Owner

The Savory Bee LLC
10.2021 - Current

Visual Artist- Photographer and Painter

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current

Professional Photographer

Gotcha! Photography
06.1994 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Visual Communication And Photography

University of Idaho

Associate of Science - Outdoor Recreation

University of Idaho

Affiliations

  • Learning new skills and trades
  • Any creative design
  • Food preparation and cooking

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