CALANDRA COVIN
Duncanville ,TX
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Calandra's SoulFood Garden & Grill, excelling in food safety and sanitation. Proven track record in enhancing menu offerings and optimizing kitchen operations. Strong knife skills and exceptional customer service abilities, consistently delivering high-quality dishes while mentoring team members for improved performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Calandra's SoulFood Garden&Grill
04.2020 - Current
- Prepared diverse dishes using traditional recipes and modern techniques.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure timely food preparation and service.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food safety in kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with staff to optimize menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients.
Lead
Wich Wich
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Deli Shift Lead
Tom Thumb Food Stores
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Supervised deli operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored new staff on food preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular stock checks to minimize waste and optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in food preparation and service delivery.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
El Centro College
Dallas, Texas, TX03.2020
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
Timeline
Chef
Calandra's SoulFood Garden&Grill
04.2020 - Current
Lead
Wich Wich
01.2019 - 01.2020
Deli Shift Lead
Tom Thumb Food Stores
01.2018 - 12.2018
Associate of Arts - Culinary
El Centro College