Benjamin Farmer
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Experienced in managing inventory, sales planning and reporting. Detail-oriented and proactive food service leader with an adaptable approach to team and operations management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Food Service Manager
North Carolina Dept of Public Safety
Wilmington, NC
11.2016 - 01.2022
- I was in charge of running a correctional kitchen at a prison that housed 400 inmates.
- I was in charge of overseeing Correctional Food Service Officers as well as Inmate staff prepare three meals a day.
- This included any and all dietary needs including allergies as well as religious needs.
- It was my responsibility to guarantee that all food was prepared in accordance to all state mandated recipes as well as all Food Safety protocols.
- I was also in charge of scheduling and hiring staff members both officers and inmates.
- I had to make sure all shifts were covered and there was always someone there to get the meals done in a timely and safe manner.
- In addition I was also in charge of managing all other needs within the office such as keeping up with all paper work and filing them accordingly as well as keeping a through and strict inventory count of all materials needed to prepared.
- It was also my responsibility to look ahead at menus and order the proper amounts of food and also have extra in case of emergencies.
- Another task I was in charge of all chemicals records at the facility and had to report top all other offices to ensure guidelines were being followed.
Correctional Food Service Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
Whiteville, NC
06.2012 - 10.2016
- I was responsible for running an inmate crew of thirty workers in preparing three meals a day for a 700 inmate facility.
- oversee the inmates in cooking with the correct recipes and sanitary guidelines to ensure safe hot meals for the population.
- I also had to manage any and all dietary concern's ,making sure all rules were being followed whether religious or allergy related.
- I also had to schedule all inmate workers and maintain a inventory that was accurate at all times.
- I also assisted the food service Managers in placing orders for the facility.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hot foods or beverages.
- Checked temperatures of refrigerators and freezers regularly to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted with the preparation of menu items such as salads, sandwiches, entrees, soups.
- Organized and inventoried food supplies, equipment, and utensils in accordance with health regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area, including counters, floors, and storage areas.
- Restocked items during slow periods throughout the day.
- Trained new staff members on procedures related to serving customers.
Line Cook
Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
Delco, NC
11.2008 - 10.2015
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Closed and opened the restaurant to include locking and unlocking doors, setting alarms, and counting the drawers wheter to start the day or make a bank deposit.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Columbus High School
Lake Waccamaw, NC05-2011
Skills
- Hiring procedures
- Portion Control
- Health Inspections
- Ordering Supplies
- Waste Reduction
- Quality Control
- Staff Supervision
- Food Storage
- Operations Management
- Staff Leadership
Timeline
Correctional Food Service Manager
North Carolina Dept of Public Safety
11.2016 - 01.2022
Correctional Food Service Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
06.2012 - 10.2016
Line Cook
Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
11.2008 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
East Columbus High School
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