Amanda Davis
Memphis
Summary
Dynamic Food Service Director with extensive experience at Aramark, excelling in inventory management and staff training. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic menu planning and waste reduction initiatives. Strong leadership skills foster a collaborative team environment, ensuring compliance with health standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Director
Aramark
10.2020 - 04.2025
- Assisted in daily food service operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Supported menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients to enhance flavor and nutrition.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff as well as inmates to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
- Maintained inventory levels, assisting with ordering and receiving supplies as needed.
- Contributed to staff training on food handling procedures and customer service best practices.
- Monitored dining area cleanliness, ensuring a welcoming environment for all guests.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, enhancing overall dining experience and satisfaction.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, promoting sustainability within food service operations.
- Managed budgets effectively, controlling costs through efficient inventory management and supplier negotiations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health department regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations in the kitchen, ensuring timely meal preparation and delivery for large-scale events or busy dining periods.
- Monitored food quality and freshness during all stages of preparation, storage, and service to ensure consistently excellent dining experiences for guests.
- Developed a strong team atmosphere within the kitchen staff, enhancing productivity and employee retention rates.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Developed strategies for minimizing waste during food preparation processes by utilizing proper portioning techniques and reusing ingredients when appropriate.
- Implemented a system for tracking inventory levels accurately, preventing shortages or overstock situations that could impact service quality.
- Increased employee engagement by fostering positive relationships among team members and addressing concerns proactively.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for food service employees, promoting professional growth and development opportunities.
- Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
Senior Food Service Supervisor
Sodexo Magic
01.2014 - 10.2020
- Oversaw daily food service operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing supply chain operations and reducing waste.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiency and streamline food preparation procedures.
- Coordinated menu planning and pricing strategies to align with seasonal trends and customer preferences.
- Managed a team of food service professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that promoted growth and development.
- Established strong relationships with local suppliers, sourcing fresh produce from nearby farms whenever possible for higher-quality dishes at lower costs.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency, implementing cost-saving measures and reducing waste.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring high-quality food and efficient service in all dining areas.
- Maintained strict adherence to health code regulations, conducting frequent inspections and enforcing sanitation guidelines.
- Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels while minimizing waste due to spoilage or overstocking.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MSSkills
- Ordering and purchasing
- Staff training and development
- Sanitation standards
- Staff leadership
- Food safety compliance
- Business leadership
- Strategic planning
- Staff supervision
- Meal planning
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Allergen awareness
- Employee scheduling
- Facility management
- Policy implementation
- Waste reduction
- Health inspections
- Portion control
- Nutrition
- Cost control
- Portioning
- Foodservice recordkeeping
- HACCP protocols
- Customer service
Timeline
Food Service Director
Aramark
10.2020 - 04.2025
Senior Food Service Supervisor
Sodexo Magic
01.2014 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Hinds Community College