Anita Young
Rocky Mount,NC
Summary
Adept at driving kitchen efficiency and team performance, I enhanced operational workflows at Four Corners Diner, mastering cost control and inventory management. My ServSafe certification and expertise in new hire training underscore my commitment to excellence and safety. Achievements include fostering a culture of high-quality food preparation and customer satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Wilson, North Carolina
03.2024 - Current
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Kitchen Manager
Four Corners diner
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
10.2019 - 03.2024
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
CSL, Cook, Host, Prep, Togo
Chilli's Grill & Bar
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
03.2013 - 08.2019
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
Accounting
Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC05-2005
Skills
- Cost control
- New hire training
- ServSafe certified
- Staff training
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
Timeline
Cook
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
03.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Four Corners diner
10.2019 - 03.2024
CSL, Cook, Host, Prep, Togo
Chilli's Grill & Bar
03.2013 - 08.2019
Accounting
Nash Community College