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Christy Nunley
419 S Normal Ave ,OK
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook and Cafeteria Manager
Sodexo USA
Claremore, OK
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Implemented food safety protocols, maintaining high hygiene standards in the kitchen.
- Trained new cooks on operational procedures and cooking techniques.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste by optimizing stock levels.
- Streamlined kitchen processes, enhancing productivity and reducing preparation time.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
- Adhered to strict dietary restrictions when creating customized meal options for guests with allergies or preferences.
- Reduced food waste by implementing inventory management systems and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, leading to smoother service during peak hours by implementing efficient prep schedules.
- Oversaw kitchen equipment maintenance schedule, ensuring all tools and appliances were in top working condition.
- Increased efficiency in kitchen, introducing pre-prep system that sped up meal preparation times.
- Conducted inventory management to minimize waste, ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained for all kitchen essentials.
- Developed waste reduction program that minimized food spoilage and cut down on unnecessary expenses.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Managed daily operations of cafeteria, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Supervised kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and enhancing employee performance.
- Streamlined food service processes, improving efficiency and reducing waste.
- Conducted inventory management, optimizing supply chain for cost-effectiveness.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Used Software to analyze daily financial statements, balance statements and reimbursable meals.
- Created training materials for new hires to ensure consistent knowledge of policies and procedures across the team.
- Monitored cash handling procedures closely, ensuring accuracy in transactions and reducing instances of theft or fraud.
- Inspected kitchen appliances, equipment and work areas to verify functional operation and cleanliness.
- Conducted counts of ingredients and items in kitchen and storage areas to maintain accurate inventory counts.
- Delegated daily staff responsibilities and job duties to improve quality of service, individual accountability and sanitary standards.
- Implemented catalog system for students' meal cards to expedite lunch lines, decreasing overall wait times.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to health department regulations and guidelines.
- Evaluated equipment maintenance needs regularly, scheduling repairs as needed to prevent downtime during busy periods.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and ensuring availability of popular items.
- Maintained detailed records of sales, inventory, and employee performance, using data to make informed decisions about future operations.
- Ensured timely food preparation by coordinating kitchen staff schedules effectively based on peak hours of operation.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Head Cook
Claremore Public Schools
Claremore OK
07.2024 - Current
- Managed daily meal preparations for student populations, ensuring adherence to nutritional guidelines.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in compliance with health regulations.
- Coordinated menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and dietary restrictions for diverse student needs.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food handling techniques and equipment usage for improved efficiency.
- Developed recipes that enhanced meal variety while meeting budgetary constraints and nutritional requirements.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Evaluated kitchen workflows regularly, identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on culinary techniques and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and cleanliness, surpassing local health inspections.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Cashier
Walmart
Claremore, OK
08.1998 - 01.2001
- Processed customer transactions efficiently and accurately at point-of-sale.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, enhancing shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to ensure safety.
- Trained new team members on register operations and customer service protocols.
- Managed cash drawer, balancing discrepancies while ensuring compliance with policies.
- Collaborated with team to streamline checkout processes, reducing wait times for customers.
- Handled inventory management tasks, replenishing stock as needed during shifts.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
- Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
- Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
Cashier and Cook
Taco Tico
Claremore, OK
08.1995 - 08.1997
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced registers at end of shifts.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure prompt service during peak hours.
- Implemented best practices for maintaining cleanliness and organization in work area.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, improving satisfaction levels.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace in compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety measures.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Claremore Public Schools
Claremore, OK05-1996
Timeline
Head Cook
Claremore Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Head Cook and Cafeteria Manager
Sodexo USA
09.2020 - 06.2024
Cashier
Walmart
08.1998 - 01.2001
Cashier and Cook
Taco Tico
08.1995 - 08.1997
High School Diploma -
Claremore Public Schools