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Briana Mitseff

Wanatah

Summary

Dynamic food service professional with proven leadership at Valparaiso Community Schools, excelling in HACCP planning and cost control. Recognized for enhancing dining experiences and fostering team development. Committed to health code compliance and allergy awareness, ensuring safety and satisfaction for all patrons while maintaining high standards in cleanliness and service.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Service Team Lead

Valparaiso Community Schools
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for continuous improvement of individual team members'' skills and abilities.
  • Enhanced dining experience by maintaining a clean, inviting environment for students and staff.
  • Led a team of food service professionals, ensuring the highest standards in cleanliness and safety.
  • Assisted in budget planning to optimize resource allocation while maintaining high-quality food offerings at competitive prices.
  • Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce costs.


Food Service Worker

Eli's Pierogi
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.

Cook III

Pechanga Resort Casino
11.2012 - 02.2013
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.

Oyster Bar Chef/Server

Harrahs Casino And Resort
01.2006 - 10.2012
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate accounting of sales transactions and tips distribution.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by accommodating special requests and dietary restrictions in drink preparation.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing personal details to promote loyalty.

Education

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts

Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • HACCP planning
  • Sanitation standards
  • Health code compliance
  • Nutrition
  • Allergy awareness
  • Cost control
  • Staff leadership

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Food Service Team Lead

Valparaiso Community Schools
10.2022 - 06.2024

Food Service Worker

Eli's Pierogi
08.2021 - 10.2022

Cook III

Pechanga Resort Casino
11.2012 - 02.2013

Oyster Bar Chef/Server

Harrahs Casino And Resort
01.2006 - 10.2012

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts

Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago

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