Yakita Hull
Memphis
Summary
Motivated Team Leader experienced in enhancing customer service and driving organizational success. Delivered positive changes through effective problem-solving, team building, and adaptability to evolving customer demands. Committed to maximizing employee engagement and performance through targeted training and support initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fresh Food Manager
Loves Travel Stop
Memphis
01.2021 - Current
- Managed fresh food inventory and ensured product freshness and quality.
- Trained staff on food safety standards and proper handling techniques.
- Created staffing schedules to enhance operational efficiency during peak hours.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Managed daily operations of fresh food displays and merchandising strategies.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained new employees on proper sanitation, safety, and customer service procedures.
- Reviewed all incoming shipments for quality assurance ahead of shelving process.
Food Truck Manager
This and That
Memphis
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Coordinated food preparation and inventory management for efficiency.
- Maintained compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
- Monitored quality control throughout the entire process from order taking to serving the final product to customers.
- Developed menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Partnered with suppliers to obtain high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Created new recipes with overstocked product to entice customers and move product quickly.
- Set up and broke down food truck station, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
Education
Associate in Culinary - Basic Culinary
LeCole Culinary School
Memphis, TN05-2011
High School Diploma -
Wooddale High
Memphis, TN05-2009
Skills
- Fresh food management
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory control
- Cost control
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Work planning
- Time management
- Sales strategy
- Product display
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Work planning
Timeline
Fresh Food Manager
Loves Travel Stop
01.2021 - Current
Food Truck Manager
This and That
10.2016 - 01.2019
Associate in Culinary - Basic Culinary
LeCole Culinary School
High School Diploma -
Wooddale High