Candice Gappa
Elba,NE
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I'm always willing to try something new.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Brookfield Park Care Home
St. Paul , Nebraska
2022.07 - 2023.11
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Cook
Matelyn Retirement Home
St. Paul , Nebraska
2022.11 - 2023.04
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adjusting meals to members needs
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
Cook/Aide
The Cedars at Broadwell
Grand Island , Nebraska
2015.06 - 2022.08
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Loup CIty High School
Loup City, NE2004-05
Skills
- Surface cleaning
- Food handling
- Sanitation
- Recipe-based cooking
- Food Preparation
- Portion Control
- Positive and professional
- Focused and disciplined
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook
Matelyn Retirement Home
2022.11 - 2023.04
Cook
Brookfield Park Care Home
2022.07 - 2023.11
Cook/Aide
The Cedars at Broadwell
2015.06 - 2022.08
High School Diploma -
Loup CIty High School
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