Basma Hanafy
Glen Head
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with extensive experience in training and mentoring kitchen staff. Expertise in recipe development and food spoilage prevention, contributing to a compliant and efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Cook
North Shore High School
Glen Head, NY
09.2015 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Developed and implemented menus catering to diverse dietary needs and preferences.
- Optimized inventory management processes to reduce waste and control costs.
- Trained new cooks on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained sanitary kitchen conditions.
- Led team meetings to discuss menu changes, special events, and performance improvements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Oversaw kitchen equipment maintenance schedule, ensuring all tools and appliances were in top working condition.
- Conducted inventory management to minimize waste, ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained for all kitchen essentials.
- Balanced menu offerings to cater to both traditional tastes and contemporary dietary trends, broadening restaurant's appeal.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Assistant Manager Admiral
McDonald's Restaurant
Brooklyn, NY
03.2008 - 06.2014
- Trained and mentored new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cairo
Egypt06-2003
Skills
- Food storage
- Verbal and written communication
- Food preparation
- Meal preparation
- Recipe development
- Food safety
- Food spoilage prevention
- Training and mentoring
- Food plating and presentation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen management
Certification
- Certified Food Service Managers Training Course [Nassau County Department of Health - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Head Cook
North Shore High School
09.2015 - Current
Assistant Manager Admiral
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2008 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Cairo