Blanche Turner Hodges
Riverdale ,MD
Summary
Proactive and diligent Apprentice from PGC Careers, adept in problem-solving and teamwork, significantly enhanced culinary skills and safety practices. Mastered diverse cooking techniques and excelled in efficient inventory management, ensuring minimal waste and optimal resource use. Demonstrated exceptional ability to learn and apply new practices, contributing to high-quality food preparation and safety standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice
PGC Careers
Forestville, MD
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Acquired knowledge of diverse cooking methods including grilling, frying, and sautéing to produce high-quality dishes efficiently.
- Used food inventory and supplies resourcefully to prevent waste.
- Assisted in inventory control, ensuring optimal levels of ingredients and supplies were available for daily operations.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Budget Analyst
Department Of Health And Human Services
Washington, D.C.
06.1999 - 01.2011
- Perform complex budget development, formulation and/or execution functions for substantive Health and Human Services (HHS) program or administrative budget areas.
- Work with managers and program specialist in the development of annual work plans and schedules for the execution of approved budget.
- Review, analyze and interpret existing and proposed legislation, appropriation language, executive orders, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars and bulletins.
- Provide expert advice and recommendations for budgetary actions.
- Develop cost benefits analysis of proposed budgetary and program actions and advise agency official and program managers of most advantageous courses of action.
Education
High School Diploma -
Calvin Coolidge High School
6315 5th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Safety awareness
Certification
Certificate of Achievement - ServSafe Food Handler 05/18/2024
Certificate of Completion - ServSafe Allergens 05/17/2024
ServSafe Certification 03/23/2012
Timeline
Apprentice
PGC Careers
05.2024 - 06.2024
Budget Analyst
Department Of Health And Human Services
06.1999 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Calvin Coolidge High School