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Barbara Rogers

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Cook at ASI Children's Center, excelling in menu development and food safety. Proven ability to create nutritious meals while managing kitchen inventory and training staff. Skilled in recipe creation and cost control, ensuring high-quality dining experiences for diverse dietary needs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Cook

ASI Children's Center
09.2024 - Current
  • Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines under Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)for children's health and wellness.
  • Managed kitchen inventory with a strict budget, ensuring availability of fresh ingredients and supplies.
  • Trained kitchen staff on food safety protocols and proper cooking techniques for infants and toddlers.
  • Developed cycle menus that catered to diverse dietary needs and preferences.
  • Implemented efficient food preparation processes to optimize workflow in the kitchen.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.

Chef

Neil Orchard Senior Center
08.2019 - 09.2024
  • Prepared menu items following self created recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Supported center Director in menu planning and special event preparations.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of ingredients.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic recipes to generate repeat business.

Lead Cook

Classique Catering
01.2011 - 12.2019
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
  • Developed and implemented innovative menu options enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Trained new cooks on food safety standards and kitchen procedures.
  • Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste through accurate forecasting.

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Food storage
  • Meal preparation
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Cost control
  • Recipe development
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Knife skills
  • Nutrition
  • Menu development
  • Recipe creation
  • Special diets

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification #26812847

1/24/2025 - 1/24/3030

  • Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED by American Heart Association

12/18/2024 - 12/2026

  • 9 certifications (11hrs) from CDSS:

- Meal Pattern Guide

- Calculating Quantities

-Menu Planning

Crediting Foods in CA

-Fruit and Vegetables Frontier

-USDA Food Buying Guide

-Using Cycle Menus &

Standardized Recipes

-Civil Rights

-Mandated Reporter

  • 6 certifications (7.5hrs) from NCA

-Grains in CACFP

-Meat & Meat alternates in CACFP

-FBG for Menu Development

-Ad Sm

-Annual Training 2024 & 2025


Timeline

Head Cook

ASI Children's Center
09.2024 - Current

Chef

Neil Orchard Senior Center
08.2019 - 09.2024

Lead Cook

Classique Catering
01.2011 - 12.2019

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