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Laurie Jones

Lancaster

Summary

Adept at fostering children's language development and enhancing kitchen efficiency, I've honed my skills in toddler engagement and streamlined operations at Sarah Cosgrove and Vigilant Social Club. My strong work ethic and reliability, coupled with a knack for boosting team morale and reducing waste, underscore my professional achievements.

Work History

In-Home Nanny

Sarah Cosgrove
  • Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
  • Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
  • Collaborated with parents on establishing routines that fostered independence and self-discipline in children.
  • Provided overnight care during family vacations or business trips, ensuring a seamless transition for the children.
  • Managed schedules efficiently, coordinating extracurricular activities and transportation needs for the children.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits with nutritious meal planning and preparation, resulting in balanced diets.
  • Improved children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group outings.
  • Supported potty training process using gentle encouragement techniques leading to successful milestones achievements.

Kitchen Manager

Vigilant Social Club
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage 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.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • 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.
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
  • Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations through regular equipment maintenance checks, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining meal preparation processes.
  • Boosted team morale and performance through effective leadership and training programs.

Kitchen Manager

Prince Athletic Club
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
  • Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
  • 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.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
  • Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
  • Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
  • Boosted team morale and performance through effective leadership and training programs.
  • Streamlined ordering process, minimizing errors and increasing kitchen productivity.
  • Conducted regular training sessions on food safety and allergen awareness, enhancing staff knowledge and customer trust.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery during peak hours.

Education

Medical Terminology

York Technology School
York
06.2001

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Toddler engagement techniques
  • Professionalism and discretion

Timeline

In-Home Nanny

Sarah Cosgrove

Kitchen Manager

Vigilant Social Club

Kitchen Manager

Prince Athletic Club

Medical Terminology

York Technology School

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