Danielle Post
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Experienced Food Service professional adept at preparing high-volume meals in fast-paced environments. Possessing 5 years of service industry experience combined with excellent understanding of food safety, cleaning and sanitizing procedures. Familiar with nutrition guidelines for healthy meals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Technician
Fayetteville Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Prepares a variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications
- Monitors temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas
- Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations
- Washes, peels and cuts various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Follows food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Stocks and rotates food items according to expiration dates.
- Assists in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Loads dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Seasons and cooks food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Reduces kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Operates food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Maintains composure and work quality in stressful situations
- Demonstrates respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Maintains energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Provides excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or over telephone
Sous Chef
Delta Gamma Sorority
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen stewards to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large events.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Helped in the design of food and snack menu
- Assisted with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies
- Kept stations clean and complied with food safety standards
- Offered suggestions and creative ideas that could improve upon the kitchen's performance
Food Service Technician
Fayetteville Public Schools
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Education
Studio And Fine Art
University of Arkansas
Fort Smith, ARPhotographty
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Okmulgee, OKPhotography, Fine Art, Journalism, And General Stu
Fayetteville High School East
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- Portion control
- Cooking techniques
- Stock rotation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Food waste reduction
- Allergen awareness
- Time management
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Attention to detail
- Temperature monitoring
- Meal Tray Assembly
- Team Contribution
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self motivated and able to work independently
Timeline
Food Service Technician
Fayetteville Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Delta Gamma Sorority
10.2021 - 05.2023
Food Service Technician
Fayetteville Public Schools
02.2018 - 10.2021
Studio And Fine Art
University of Arkansas
Photographty
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Photography, Fine Art, Journalism, And General Stu
Fayetteville High School East