Kristina Seefeldt
Hayward
Summary
Results-driven bakery professional with strong expertise in customer service, team leadership, and inventory management. Proven track record in performance coaching and employee development, fostering a positive work environment that enhances customer satisfaction.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader Manager
Speedway Gas Station
Milwaukee, WI
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and service standards.
- Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and customer service quality.
- Implemented inventory management practices, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Developed schedules to balance staffing needs with peak operational demands.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive experiences and loyalty.
- Inventory counts for items that needed to be counted so a proper order can be done
- Putting away orders that came in
- Checking in Vendors that brought in product that we sold.
Sales Associate
Butter Pecan Bakeshop
Hayward, CA
06.2026 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of display areas to attract customer attention.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and promptly.
- Supported inventory management by restocking shelves and monitoring product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks and goals.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Bakery Team Lead
Pick N Save
Saint Francis, WI
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Supervised daily bakery operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on baking techniques and customer service protocols.
- Managed inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking of ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborated with management to develop innovative product offerings based on customer feedback.
- Baked on 3rd shift to help with coverage
- Store ordering to help the manager.
- Assisting customers on any questions they had for any product to helping take orders for bread, rolls, and cakes and cupcake orders.
- Packaged and sliced anything from bread and rolls to helping decorating cakes and cupcakes and packaging cake slices.
- Helped maintain and organized the the freezer for loads to be able to put away and rotated out. And also any dry product that needed to be put away.
Bakery Assistant Manager
Festival Foods
Greenfield, WI
07.2021 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily bakery operations to ensure product quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained and mentored baking staff on techniques and best practices for efficient workflow.
- Developed and implemented inventory management strategies for optimal stock levels.
- Coordinated production schedules to meet customer demand while minimizing waste.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance.
- Ensured timely completion of all bakery tasks by delegating responsibilities effectively among staff members based on individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Collaborated with the Bakery Manager to develop innovative products, keeping up-to-date with market trends and consumer preferences.
- Supported the Bakery Manager in achieving financial targets by diligently tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinated catering orders for special events such as weddings, parties, and corporate functions to meet unique customer needs.
- Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring they became proficient in bakery procedures and safety standards.
- Boosted customer satisfaction with exceptional product quality control measures and personalized service initiatives.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in bakery premises.
- Maintained and controlled inventory of baked goods.
- Enforced compliance with food safety standards with proper food storage, sanitation and labeling.
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
- Guaranteed all baked goods were cooked according to customers tastes and needs.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
Bakery Manager
Meijer
Oak Creek, WI
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Oversaw daily bakery operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on baking techniques and customer service best practices.
- Developed and implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels.
- Enhanced product offerings by collaborating with suppliers for quality ingredients.
- Led team meetings to discuss performance, address challenges, and strategize improvements.
- Analyzed sales data to forecast demand and adjust production schedules accordingly.
- Streamlined production processes, reducing waste while maintaining product quality.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and team-building activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines and regulations.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Managed inventory and reduced waste, resulting in cost savings for the bakery.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in repeat business.
- Handled staff scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times while minimizing labor costs.
- Introduced new display techniques that showcased products effectively, increasing visual appeal and driving sales growth.
- Managed budgeting process and financial reporting, ensuring accurate tracking of expenses and revenues for the bakery department.
- Developed cost-effective strategies to drive bakery sales and optimize profits.
- Implemented creative marketing strategies that increased bakery sales and customer satisfaction.
- Store ordering
Education
High School Diploma -
Cudahy High School
Cudahy, WI06-2012
Skills
- Customer focus
- Workload management
- Motivational skills
- Influencing skills
- Employee scheduling
- Staff development
- Succession planning
- Performance coaching
- Workforce planning
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Computer skills
- Shift scheduling
- Training and development
- Employee development
- Customer relations
Timeline
Sales Associate
Butter Pecan Bakeshop
06.2026 - Current
Bakery Team Lead
Pick N Save
09.2024 - 06.2026
Bakery Assistant Manager
Festival Foods
07.2021 - 10.2024
Bakery Manager
Meijer
08.2018 - 07.2021
Team Leader Manager
Speedway Gas Station
High School Diploma -
Cudahy High School