Ambitious United States Food service and Culinary Specialist with success in preparing meals for large groups under strict deadlines. Detail-oriented while calculating inventory, properly storing food, monitoring food temperatures and sanitizing kitchen and dining areas. Team-player with focus on following orders to provide quick service and smooth operations.
Skills
Serving food
Delivery inspections
Cleaning and sanitizing
Forecasting and planning
Baking and broiling skills
Problem resolution
Organization
Team building
Nutrition and meal planning
Preparing food
Sanitation guidelines
Food plating and presentation
Communications
Relationship development
Customer service
Team management
Education
Circle High SchoolTowanda, KSExpected in 05/2009 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Work History
Salem-Keizer School District - Culinary Ambassador Salem, OR, 09/2019 - 07/2020
Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
Cleaned and maintained areas for food service, storage, preparation and dining.
Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
Prepared and served food to approximately 30 personnel in average 11pm-7:00pm.
Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
Properly handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
First Group. - School Bus Driver City, STATE, 01/2017 - 05/2020
Followed established routes with aid from maps and GPS-equipped devices to safely navigate high-traffic areas and adhere to preset schedules.
Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
Cleaned bus interior often to maintain professional appearance and reinforce positive school image.
Maintained Ks, CDL driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
Reported vehicle traffic violations, vehicle damage and accidents to management to comply with legal and insurance obligations.
Obeyed federal, KS and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Sodexo - Culinary Ambassador City, STATE, 01/2018 - 04/2019
Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
Cleaned and maintained areas for food service, storage, preparation and dining.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Properly handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Sodexo - Food Service Worker/Dishwasher City, STATE, 01/2015 - 04/2016
Promoted new or high-value food items by creating attractive displays in cases and other customer-facing areas.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods.
Strategically plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout hours of operation and at close of business.
Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
Greeted customers at deli counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Cleaned surfaces and equipment, removed trash and verified kitchen tools were in working order.
Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.
Created appealing food arrangements for party trays and specialized orders.
Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls and coffee cakes.
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