Chandra Sanyasi
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
Multi-talented Housekeeping Supervisor works with a diverse team. Known for building rapport and team collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook
UPMC ,4300
Harrisburg, Pa
05.2021 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals following standardized recipes and nutritional guidelines.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocked supplies as needed.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Monitored cooking times to ensure food quality and freshness.
- Followed dietary restrictions while preparing specialized meals for patients.
- Trained new staff on proper cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education
High School
Bhutan, SamtchoSkills
- Room coordination
- Cleaning standards
- Staff supervision
- Inventory management
Languages
English
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook
UPMC ,4300
05.2021 - Current
High School