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Tanya Holly Hardy

Tullahoma

Summary

Adaptation & flexibility.
Collaboration & teamwork.
Leadership & management.
Attention to detail.

ServSafe

Results-driven leader with solid background in food service planning. Hardworking, ambitious and resourceful with clear understanding of business priorities and best practices. Background includes improving performance, reducing costs and eliminating waste to maximize profitability of food service operations. Strategic planner with superior communication and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Food Service Director

Carerite Centers
03.2021 - Current
  • Developed strategies to improve food service levels for busy facility handling [Number] meals each day.
  • Planned operations to effectively cover needs while controlling costs and maximizing service.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • 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.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.

Dietary Supervisor

Compass Group Inc.
03.2016 - 02.2021
  • Purchased food supplies for department according to budget limitations.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
  • Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality and personal preferences.
  • Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
  • Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs.
  • Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
  • Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.

Server/Hostess

Dennys Restaurant
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.

Education

CDM/CFPP - Dietary Management

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
06.2021

Skills

  • Portion Control
  • Portioning
  • Process Updates
  • Staff Leadership
  • Inventory Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Staff Supervision
  • Policy Development
  • Kitchen Staff Coordination
  • Performance Improvement
  • Quality Control
  • Expense Tracking
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Team Leadership
  • Delegating Assignments and Tasks
  • Sanitation
  • Customer Service
  • Managing Deliveries
  • Fire Safety Regulations
  • Scheduling
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Investigating Complaints
  • Critical Thinking
  • Recipes and Menu Planning
  • POS Terminal Operation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Purchasing
  • Hiring and Training
  • Facilities Planning
  • Scheduling Staff
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Problem-Solving
  • Monitoring Food Preparation
  • Health Code Compliance

Certification

ServSafe

CDM/CFPP

Timeline

Senior Food Service Director

Carerite Centers
03.2021 - Current

Dietary Supervisor

Compass Group Inc.
03.2016 - 02.2021

Server/Hostess

Dennys Restaurant
03.2014 - 03.2016

CDM/CFPP - Dietary Management

University of Florida

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