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Hannah Spada

Raleigh

Summary

Dedicated culinary and hospitality professional with progressive experience as Mentor Server, Prep Cook, and promoted to Cook in a senior living community. Recognized for identifying efficient processes, improving teamwork flows, and developing practical solutions that enhance daily operations. Skilled in both front-of-house leadership and back-of-house operations, with a strong focus on resident satisfaction, teamwork, and service excellence. Experience in preparing rotating menus, accommodating specialized dietary restrictions, and maintaining high food safety standards. Proven ability to train and support team members, build positive resident relationships, and independently execute weekly dining events serving 200+ residents and guests. Consistently recognized for reliability, adaptability, and delivering exceptional work.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

Trinity Landing
Wilmington, NC
06.2026 - Current
  • Promoted to Cook after demonstrating strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and dedication to resident care.
  • Successfully prepared rotating biweekly menus while accommodating evolving resident dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Earn positive resident recognition through consistently high-quality meals and exceptional service.
  • Independently planned and executed a weekly dining event serving 200+ residents and guests.

Prep Cook

Trinity Landing
Wilmington, NC
09.2025 - 06.2026
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas and food storage.
  • Implemented processes to enhance food quality and presentation while minimizing waste.
  • Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.

Mentor and Server

Trinity Landing Retirement Community
Wilmington, NC
10.2022 - 09.2025
  • Promoted to Mentor, providing administrative and operational support including scheduling, onboarding, and training.
  • Awarded Employee of the Year (2024) for outstanding performance and leadership.
  • Coordinated communication and task assignments to improve team efficiency and organization.
  • Supported event planning and logistics, ensuring smooth execution of community functions.
  • Received over 50 resident recognition cards for outstanding customer service, building strong relationships, and going above and beyond to create a positive dining experience.

Front of House Staff

Summit Hills Country Club
Crestview Hills, KY
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted in the coordination of large-scale events, maintaining organized records and schedules.
  • Supervised and trained new staff, ensuring consistency in service and compliance with protocols.
  • Managed reservation system, phone communications, and customer inquiries in a professional manner.
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring accurate reservations and efficient check-in processes.

Shift Lead & Sandwich Artist

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores
Sparta, KY
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Promoted to Shift Lead, managing daily operations and overseeing team schedules and task distribution.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and strong problem-solving skills in a high-volume retail environment.
  • Maintained inventory records and ensured compliance with food safety standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Entrepreneurship

University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC

Associate of Science -

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY

Skills

  • Administration & Scheduling
  • Calendar & Event Coordination
  • Leadership & Staff Training
  • Customer Communication & Service
  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Team Collaboration
  • Efficiency

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), May 2018 - May 2020

Timeline

Cook

Trinity Landing
06.2026 - Current

Prep Cook

Trinity Landing
09.2025 - 06.2026

Mentor and Server

Trinity Landing Retirement Community
10.2022 - 09.2025

Front of House Staff

Summit Hills Country Club
05.2021 - 08.2022

Shift Lead & Sandwich Artist

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores
01.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Entrepreneurship

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Associate of Science -

Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Hannah Spada