Cassandra Boykin
Houston
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Lead Cook, excelling in food safety and nutritional planning. Proven track record in training staff and enhancing meal quality, while ensuring compliance with health regulations. Passionate about menu development and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
100 Grand Resturant
Houston
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Trained kitchen staff on cooking techniques and menu items for consistent output.
- Supervised food preparation staff to ensure high-quality meal delivery.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations during meal preparation and sanitation practices.
- Educated staff about nutrition, food allergies, and dietary considerations to enhance service quality.
Dietary Manager
NEW HAVEN SENIOR LIVING
Spring
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented nutritional care plans for patients, enhancing dietary compliance.
- Coordinated food inventory, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.
- Monitored patient progress, consulting with physicians on necessary dietary modifications.
- Conducted kitchen inspections to enforce sanitation and safety standards.
- Ensured accuracy of menu labeling for all foods served in facility.
- Evaluated food production processes for proper preparation and portioning.
- Educated new employees on facility procedures and policies.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained equipment inventory, and managed proper storage practices.
Cook
BRIGHTON SENIOR LIVING
Tomball
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Executed food preparation according to precise instructions and recipe specifications.
- Conducted initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Coordinated supply and equipment orders by clearly communicating needs to management.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards during food storage and preparation.
- Wrapped, dated, and labeled food items to maintain safety and freshness.
- Operated kitchen equipment following OSHA protocols and manufacturer guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and orderly kitchen and dining area throughout shifts.
Education
Lone Star College
Houston, TXSkills
- Food safety
- Nutritional planning
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Sanitation practices
- Cooking techniques
Certification
- TABC
- FOOD MANGERS
- FOOD HANDLERS
Timeline
Lead Cook
100 Grand Resturant
06.2023 - 01.2025
Dietary Manager
NEW HAVEN SENIOR LIVING
01.2022 - 06.2023
Cook
BRIGHTON SENIOR LIVING
02.2021 - 01.2022
Lone Star College
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