Katerina Kagioglou

As a kitchen manager, I oversaw grocery management, ensuring quality, freshness, and cost efficiency. I encouraged creativity in meal preparation, maintained clear and professional communication with customers, and adapted easily to all areas of the store. My leadership ensured smooth operations, high standards, and excellent service across the team. Other qualities:

• Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
• Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
• Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.

As a Garde Manger, I specialize in preparing and presenting fresh, health-oriented dishes with creativity and precision. My role emphasizes artistic decoration, ensuring each plate delights visually and nutritionally. I value clear communication with customers, bringing good energy to every interaction while upholding responsibility, professionalism, and excellence in service. Furthermore, gained knowledge to multiple fields, such as basic barista skills through training seminars provided by the employer. More qualities:

• Managed inventory levels effectively by tracking usage patterns and placing accurate orders with suppliers on a weekly basis.
• Maintained a clean and organized workstation at all times, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for safe food handling practices.
• Ensured optimal freshness of ingredients through proper storage and rotation procedures, maintaining the highest quality standards.

In my role at a toy store, I provided customer service while actively promoting and selling products, ensuring each family’s needs were understood and met. I managed cashier duties with full responsibility for money and sales, maintained a welcoming and decorative environment for children and parents, oversaw deliveries and orders, and applied creativity and care to enhance the overall shopping experience. Other qualities:

• Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
• Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best options for each individuals' needs.
• Coached junior sales team members on best practices, contributing to their professional development and overall success.
• Drafted, finalized and submitted paperwork to complete sales.

As a Line Cook, I am responsible for preparing and executing dishes with precision, applying strong culinary knowledge and creativity. I maintain clear and effective communication with colleagues to ensure smooth service and teamwork. Skilled at working under pressure, I uphold balance and focus while appreciating the positive environment and the joy of creation. Other qualities:

• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
• Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
• Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
• Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.