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Bonnie Norton

Houston

Summary

Dynamic Manager with extensive experience in catering operations and event management. Skilled in coaching teams to achieve quality control and cost management goals, driving improvements that enhance customer satisfaction and operational performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Chartwells Compass Group
Houston
08.2024 - Current

Handle day to day operation catering events and residential.

  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
  • Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service operations.
  • Coordinated daily meal production schedules for optimal workflow efficiency.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Developed menus in collaboration with Director to meet client specifications.
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.

Cook Supervisor

Compass Group USA
Houston
08.2021 - Current
  • Trained new cooks on safety protocols and cooking techniques.
  • Assisted in menu planning to enhance variety and nutritional value of meals.
  • Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.

Supervisor

ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment
Houston
08.2012 - 10.2019

Prepare and executing different orders for Suites, Chairman and Texans staff

Worked in the cold kitchen during the Houston Rodeo, Texans games, and other events at NRG Stadium

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Assistance And Secretarial Science

Interactive Learning Systems
Pasadena, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Women in Culinary Program

Compass Group
UHCL

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Event planning
  • Team leadership
  • Quality control
  • Menu development
  • Employee training
  • Cost management
  • Culinary trends
  • Inventory management
  • Kitchen organization

Certification

  • HACCP food safety
  • Hospitality Management
  • Pro Chef
  • Food Managers Certification

Timeline

Sous Chef

Chartwells Compass Group
08.2024 - Current

Cook Supervisor

Compass Group USA
08.2021 - Current

Supervisor

ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment
08.2012 - 10.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Assistance And Secretarial Science

Interactive Learning Systems

Some College (No Degree) - Women in Culinary Program

Compass Group
Bonnie Norton