Cori Flowers
About Cori Flowers
Cori Flowers is an Item and Cost Specialist at US Foods, with a background in hospitality and finance. She has a diverse educational history, holding degrees in Animal Sciences, Accounting and Finance, and Communication and Public Relations.
Work at US Foods
Cori Flowers has been employed at US Foods as an Item and Cost Specialist since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for managing item costs and ensuring accurate pricing strategies. Her work contributes to the overall efficiency and profitability of the organization. US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor, providing a wide range of products and services to restaurants and foodservice operations across the United States.
Previous Experience in the Food Industry
Prior to her current position, Cori Flowers gained valuable experience in the food industry. She worked as a Hostess at Outback Steakhouse for 10 months in 2014-2015. Later, she served as a Server at Red Robin for 11 months in 2017. Additionally, she participated in a Management Training Program at Chicago Diversified Foods from 2018 to 2019. These roles provided her with insights into customer service and operational management within the food service sector.
Education and Expertise
Cori Flowers has a diverse educational background. She studied Animal Sciences at Texas A&M University, earning an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree from 2013 to 2014. She later pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication and Public Relations at Boise State University from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting and Finance from Purdue University Global between 2020 and 2022. This combination of studies equips her with skills in both communication and financial management.
Background and Early Career
Cori Flowers began her career in the service industry, working as a Seasonal Sales Associate at Ulta Beauty for four months in 2016-2017. Her early experiences in various roles, including hostessing and serving, laid the foundation for her understanding of customer interactions and service dynamics. She was also a former student-athlete at Texas A&M University, which contributed to her teamwork and leadership skills.