Kirsten Hughes Resume

Gould City, MI • 906.203.0912 • [email protected] • www.theseasonalfarmer.com

Professional Summary

Experienced and community-oriented professional with a strong foundation in management, finance, and team leadership across healthcare, education, and small business operations. Known for creating efficient systems, fostering collaboration, and empowering others through clear communication and practical support. With over 25 years of experience, from financial oversight and office administration to emergency response and culinary production, Kirsten brings a calm, organized presence to fast-paced environments. She is seeking to apply her broad skill set in a desk-based role where she can make meaningful contributions to daily operations, customer service, and long-term organizational success.

Experience

Farm Market Participant
Gould City, Goetzville & De Tour Village, MI | 2012–Present

• Comply with Michigan Cottage Food Laws; sell baked goods, produce, and crafts
• Built a social media sales platform with a substantial customer base
• Instagram • Facebook

Seasonal Worker — De Tour State Harbor
De Tour Village, MI | April–October 2024

• Registered boaters, guided docking, and assisted with fueling and waste management
• Handled guest check-ins and cash balancing using the Michigan Harbor reservation system
• Performed daily maintenance and customer service duties

Baker — Little Buoy Bakery
Cedarville, MI | May–October 2023

• Baked 50+ loaves daily during peak season; prepared cookies, muffins, and other goods
• Operated convection ovens, dough mixers, and proofing boxes

Personal Home Chef — Parling Family
De Tour Village, MI | May 2003–2004

• Designed meals around nutritional needs; provided daily care for elderly client
• Managed food purchasing and home organization

Internist — Les Cheneaux Culinary School and Restaurant
Hessel, MI | 2018–2019

• Prepared meals and desserts; managed food storage and reservations
• Specialized in breads, pastries, and garde manger

EMT & Office Assistant — Kinross Emergency Service
Kinross, MI | 2007–2012

• Provided emergency care and transport; trained new staff and maintained ambulance readiness
• Created filing systems and managed employee records
• Prepared nutritious meals for the crew

Phlebotomist — War Memorial Hospital
Sault Ste. Marie, MI | 2007–2012

• Performed blood draws with compassion and efficiency
• Maintained patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Personal Assistant to CFO — Schilli Finance Company
Remington, IN | 2007–2012

• Managed communications, financial tracking, and bank reconciliation across four accounts
• Processed fuel taxes and write-offs for multiple companies
• Tracked logistics using Qualcomm and reported daily financials to ownership

Licensed Home Day Care Provider — Little Prairie Day Care Home
Rensselaer, IN | 1993–2002 & 2004–2008

• Fulfilled licensing requirements; hired and trained staff
• Created preschool curriculum and managed food service under Serve Safe guidelines
• Tracked business expenses and attended continuing education workshops

Skills & Expertise

• Strong team leadership and talent development
• Bread, pastry, and dessert specialization
• High-quality ingredient sourcing and seasonal cooking
• Management experience in adult and youth education
• Certified Serve Safe Instructor
• Master Gardener with expertise in herbs, greens, and edible flowers
• Skilled in website creation and social media marketing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint) and Adobe (Photoshop, Lightroom, Paint)
• Experienced in multi-media craft design and instruction

Education

• Culinary Degree / Farm-to-Table Chef / Restaurant Management — Les Cheneaux School, Hessel, MI | 2018
• Emergency Medical Technician — Bay Mills Community College, Brimley, MI | 2007
• Master Gardener Certification — Purdue University, Lafayette, IN | 2001
• Child Development Associate — Portage Community College, Portage, IN | 1998

Leadership Experience

• Chef for EUP Fine Arts Council Fashion Show Dinner (2018)
• Campfire Leader (4 years): taught citizenship and life skills to children ages 6–12
• 4-H Leader (4 years): led workshops in cake decorating, healthy foods, and photography
• Women’s Craft Group Leader (6 years): facilitated handicrafts, nutrition education, and peer support