Kellie Garner
Idaho Falls
Summary
Experienced food service professional with strong background in meal preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation. Known for collaborative teamwork and reliability, consistently adapting to changing needs. Skilled in portion control, dietary guidelines, and maintaining positive interactions with students and staff. Dependable, efficient, and results-driven, ensuring high standards in every task.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lunch Lady
Children's Nutrition Program Of Haiti
08.2018 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment for safe food preparation.
- Contributed to successful fundraising efforts by assisting in the organization of bake sales and other food-related events.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns during peak hours.
- Reduced food waste through careful portion control and inventory management.
- Streamlined lunch service by efficiently organizing serving stations.
- Enhanced student satisfaction with diverse, well-balanced menu options.
- Continually updated knowledge of relevant health codes and regulations, maintaining strict compliance at all times.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by engaging with students in a friendly manner during meal service.
- Developed lasting relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing agreements for bulk purchases of ingredients while maintaining high-quality standards in the final product offerings.
- Provided friendly, attentive service to ensure a positive dining experience for all students.
Cashier
Deseret Industries
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Hard Line Worker
Goodwill
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily quotas and improve overall productivity on the line.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Adapted quickly to changing production schedules, effectively managing workload to meet deadlines consistently.
- Mastered various roles within the assembly line, showcasing versatility and adaptability that contributed to increased operational efficiency.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly following safety protocols and participating in relevant training programs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours or tasks according to fluctuating production needs or emergencies.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
Education
11 - N/A
Idaho Falls High School
Idaho Falls, ID05.2004
Skills
I'm a hardworking, friendly, good listener and willing to learn new traits and I know a little bit of sign language
Timeline
Lunch Lady
Children's Nutrition Program Of Haiti
08.2018 - 09.2024
Hard Line Worker
Goodwill
06.2017 - 06.2019
Cashier
Deseret Industries
06.2016 - 04.2018
11 - N/A
Idaho Falls High School
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