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Adam Zahm

Columbia,PA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Gerhart Coffee, excelling in relationship building and client management. Achieved significant sales growth through tailored strategies and exceptional communication. As a Chef at Bully's Restaurant, fostered team collaboration and upheld stringent food safety standards, ensuring high-quality meals and a positive kitchen environment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Relationship/Sales Manager

Gerhart Coffee
06.2015 - Current
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.

Chef

Bullys Restuarant
01.2001 - 06.2015
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.

Education

Hempfield High School
Lancaster, PA

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management

YTI Career Institute
Lancaster, PA
05-2006

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Client relationship management
  • Staff management
  • Goals and performance
  • Effective communication skills
  • Food safety and sanitation

Timeline

Relationship/Sales Manager

Gerhart Coffee
06.2015 - Current

Chef

Bullys Restuarant
01.2001 - 06.2015

Hempfield High School

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management

YTI Career Institute
Adam Zahm