Barbara Lowe
Wartburg,TN
Summary
Adept cook with a strong background in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization, honed at Renaissance Terrace Assisted Living. Excelled in preparing meals efficiently, ensuring safety, and enhancing quality. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking and food handling skills, alongside a commitment to hospitality, achieving consistent culinary excellence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Renaissance Terrace Assisted Living
08.2021 - 11.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Cook
Signature HealthCARE
06.2014 - 10.2020
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Shipping Clerk
Jewelry Television
02.2009 - 06.2014
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery.
- Collaborated with customer service team to resolve shipping issues and provide timely updates to clients.
- Reduced shipping errors by implementing a thorough quality control system for outgoing orders.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring seamless order processing and shipment tracking.
House Manager
Micheal Dunn Center
05.2001 - 02.2009
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
- Anticipated needs of family members by staying informed about their preferences, schedules, and priorities.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with household management by addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Ensured security protocols were followed throughout the property, maintaining a safe environment for family members at all times.
- Developed and implemented new housekeeping practices to increase productivity and cohesiveness.
- Planned special events such as parties or family gatherings with attention to detail and organization.
- Oversaw budget to manage expenditures and control costs.
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
- Established an atmosphere of trust, respect, and professionalism within the household, fostering a positive environment for both family members and staff.
Education
GED -
Wartburg Central High School
Wartburg05.1982
Skills
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Sanitation
- Hospitality and service industry background
Timeline
Cook
Renaissance Terrace Assisted Living
08.2021 - 11.2024
Cook
Signature HealthCARE
06.2014 - 10.2020
Shipping Clerk
Jewelry Television
02.2009 - 06.2014
House Manager
Micheal Dunn Center
05.2001 - 02.2009
GED -
Wartburg Central High School
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