Dana Baskin
Hamilton
Summary
Successful sales professional with 10+ years experience in large-scale food and retail environments. Implement cost control measures to ensure operations remain within company targets. Maximize bottom- line performance through P&L, merchandising, staff management, loss control and inventory management initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sous Chef
Ronald McDonald House
Cincinnati
07.2025 - Current
- Prepared meals following nutrition guidelines for families in need.
- Assisted head chef with daily kitchen operations and food preparation tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
Sous Chef
Chartwells Higher Education
Oxford
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Prepared meals following nutrition guidelines for families in need.
- Assisted head chef with daily kitchen operations and food preparation tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
Lead Line Cook
American Cruise Lines
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised daily kitchen operations and ensured efficient food preparation.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks in culinary techniques and safety standards.
- Coordinated with the dining service team to manage meal service flow.
Line Cook
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated grills, fryers, and ovens to cook meals according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout each shift.
Line Cook
Buffalo Wings and rings
Westchester
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated grills, fryers, and ovens to cook meals according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout each shift.
Line Cook
MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated grills, fryers, and ovens to cook meals according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout each shift.
Line Cook
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
Westchester
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated grills, fryers, and ovens to cook meals according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout each shift.
Sheet Metal Apprentice
Peck Hannaford and briggs
Cincinnati
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Fabricated sheet metal components using various hand and power tools.
- Assisted in reading and interpreting technical drawings for precision work.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety standards.
Landscaper
The Turf Tailors
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Designed and maintained residential landscapes to enhance outdoor aesthetics.
- Operated mowers, trimmers, and blowers for effective lawn care services.
Tier 1 Technical Support Representative
Convergys
Erlanger
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Provided technical support to customers via phone and chat.
- Diagnosed software and hardware issues for various devices.
- Assisted customers in navigating product features and functionalities.
Line Cook
Applebees
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated grills, fryers, and ovens to cook meals according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout each shift.
Line cook/Restaurant Server
Frischs Restaurants Inc
Hamilton
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to standardized recipes and restaurant guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
Education
Diamond Oaks Cdc
Cincinnati, OHSome College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Sullivan University
Louisville, KYSkills
- Executive team leadership
Inventory report generation
Client/Vendor relations
Market Analysis
Budgeting and finance
Project management
Team liaison
Strong verbal communication
Timeline
Sous Chef
Ronald McDonald House
07.2025 - Current
Sous Chef
Chartwells Higher Education
09.2024 - 07.2025
Lead Line Cook
American Cruise Lines
11.2022 - 06.2023
Line Cook
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern
08.2021 - 11.2022
Line Cook
Buffalo Wings and rings
11.2020 - 08.2021
Line Cook
MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub
09.2020 - 10.2020
Line Cook
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill
03.2020 - 07.2020
Sheet Metal Apprentice
Peck Hannaford and briggs
06.2018 - 07.2019
Landscaper
The Turf Tailors
03.2018 - 06.2018
Tier 1 Technical Support Representative
Convergys
10.2017 - 03.2018
Line Cook
Applebees
07.2016 - 10.2017
Line cook/Restaurant Server
Frischs Restaurants Inc
05.2015 - 07.2017
Diamond Oaks Cdc
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Sullivan University