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Benita Shelton

El Verano,Ca.

Summary

Motivated leader with strong work ethics, planning and organizational skills built over 3 decades. Dedicated to partnering with co-workers to build and maintain excellent customer relations. Uses independent decision making skills and sound judgement to positively impact company success. Skilled in working under pressure, adapting to new situations and eagerly awaits new challenges.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook, Asst. Mgr.

ISS Guckenheimer Inc.
10.2012 - Current
  • Maintain, practice, and enforce proper food handling regulations.
  • Developed positive customer relations by listening and implementing their suggestions when possible.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Engaging in company programs (Menu Plus-recipe adherence, Menu Core, invoicing,ordering)
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing catering assignments ensuring optimal quality & presentation

Cook, Prepared Foods Associate

Whole Foods
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Prepare, stock and displayed deli counter
  • Insured that all catering orders where filled.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Created dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.

Cook, Pastry Chef

Merrill Gardens Senior Living
01.2001 - 01.2008
  • Responsible for the preparation of all meals/desserts
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.

Deli Clerk, Caterer

Sonoma Mkt & GE Mkt.
01.1986 - 01.1999
  • Train, schedule and supervise deli staff
  • Accountable for proper mark-ups to achieve our profit goals
  • Preparation of all in house salads and menu entrees
  • Prepared and catered party’s with guests of up to 400.

Skills

  • 35 years experience in food service operations
  • Food inventory management
  • Food presentation
  • Policy Implementation
  • Team Leadership
  • Vendor Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Lead Cook, Asst. Mgr.

ISS Guckenheimer Inc.
10.2012 - Current

Cook, Prepared Foods Associate

Whole Foods
01.2008 - 01.2011

Cook, Pastry Chef

Merrill Gardens Senior Living
01.2001 - 01.2008

Deli Clerk, Caterer

Sonoma Mkt & GE Mkt.
01.1986 - 01.1999

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