Jennifer Lenhart
Summary
Experienced with restaurant ownership, including daily hands-on operations with staff and vendors to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. Utilizes strong leadership skills by working with my staff to attain the highest performance and maintain a quality product. Knowledge of inventory control and cost management to support profitability and efficiency.
I also have developed exceptional transcription and reporting skills in a courtroom environment, ensuring accurate and timely legal records. Effective communication and keen attention to detail have been integral to daily responsibilities. Well-rounded vocabulary and strong grammar, spelling and punctuation skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Owner/Operator
California Sourdough Eatery
01.2000 - Current
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and costs.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Set employee schedules, delegated jobs, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, maintaining a safe environment with scores of 98-100% on inspections.
- Hired and trained staff.
- Streamlined the ordering process and preparation times, resulting in faster service to our customers.
- Managed payroll with cost-effective staffing practices by putting key employees in the right shift.
- Established strong vendor relationships for the consistent sourcing of the best meat and produce available.
- Obtained ServSafe manager certificate and ensured all employees tested and passed the Food Handler test.
Certified Court Reporter
Santa Clara Superior Court
10.1989 - 06.2000
- Hired and employed by one Judge during my tenure.
- Collaborated with attorneys and witnesses, ensuring accurate and timely recordkeeping during court proceedings by maintaining control of the proceedings.
- Enhanced accuracy of official transcripts by proofreading and editing for errors.
- Increased efficiency in courtroom operations by utilizing advanced stenographic equipment and software.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information as per legal requirements.
- Expedited transcript delivery to clients by implementing efficient transcription processes.
- Read verbatim previously recorded testimony for attorneys and juries during court trials and jury deliberations.
- Produced transcripts for court personnel, legal professionals and general public.
Education
Certificate of Completion For State Test - Certified Shorthand Reporter
West Valley College
Saratoga, CA01-1989
High School Diploma -
Fremont Christian High School
Fremont, CA06-1984
Skills
- Long-term employment
- Dependability
- Punctual
- Document management
- File organization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Operational efficiency
- Online ordering management
- Local regulations compliance
- Small business operations
- Customer engagement
- Staff supervision
- Cash handling
Accomplishments
Successfully created/operated a well-known food establishment for 25 years.
Actively promotes a positive work environment where employees feel valued which leads to less turnover of employees.
Certification
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.
- CSR License California
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Read
Decorate
Foodie
Timeline
Restaurant Owner/Operator
California Sourdough Eatery
01.2000 - Current
Certified Court Reporter
Santa Clara Superior Court
10.1989 - 06.2000
Certificate of Completion For State Test - Certified Shorthand Reporter
West Valley College
High School Diploma -
Fremont Christian High School
Similar Profiles
Michael LenhartMichael Lenhart
Owner/Operator Restaurant at California Sourdough EateryOwner/Operator Restaurant at California Sourdough Eatery
BHAWANPREET KAURBHAWANPREET KAUR
Cashier at West Coast SourdoughCashier at West Coast Sourdough
Shahin AhmedShahin Ahmed
Commis chef at Yin's Sourdough Bakery and cafeCommis chef at Yin's Sourdough Bakery and cafe
Shiva JayachandranShiva Jayachandran
Restaurant Owner/Operator at Jyoti Indian CuisineRestaurant Owner/Operator at Jyoti Indian Cuisine
Varun KumarVarun Kumar
Restaurant Owner/Operator at Self-employeedRestaurant Owner/Operator at Self-employeed