Darla Dimmitt
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated professional with a versatile background in culinary arts and estate management. Known for strong communication and problem-solving skills, contributing to high levels of customer satisfaction and operational success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Chef /Estate MGR/NANNY/HSKPR/SENIOR CARE
Chef On The Fly Pampered Provisioning's LLC
Hallandale Beach , FL
01.2016 - Current
- Crafted personalized meal plans based on client dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Prepared diverse cuisines using fresh, locally sourced ingredients for various events.
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness and compliance with safety standards.
- Oversaw daily estate operations, ensuring efficient functionality and maintenance.
- Developed relationships with service providers to ensure quality and reliability.
- Planned events and gatherings, addressing logistics and guest needs.
- Supervised daily activities and routines for multiple children.
- Planned and organized educational and recreational activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions.
Estate Manger/ Chef/Housekeeper
O'MEGAS GROUP
MIAMI , FL
04.2026 - 08.2026
- Supported estate management budgeting and maintenance planning to enhance financial oversight.
- Managed vendor relationships and negotiated service contracts to reduce expenses.
- Screened and interviewed potential vendors to ensure alignment with project needs and negotiated compensation to meet budgetary requirements.
- Utilized smart home systems to modernize estate management and improve operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive inventory lists for supplies, monitoring stock levels consistently.
- Coordinated ordering and stocking of essential supplies to maintain adequate household inventory.
- Verified estimates and proposal specifications for contracted work.
Yacht Chef /Sole Stew/Deckhand
M/Y KISMET 100'
Fort Lauderdale /NY, FL
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Prepared and cooked diverse dishes according to menu specifications.
- Followed food safety protocols to ensure quality and sanitation standards were met.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labeling systems.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Provided exceptional customer service during meal and beverage service.
- Assisted guests with cabin arrangements and personal requests.
- Collaborated with crew members to enhance overall guest experience.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks on board.
- Conducted safety checks and ensured compliance with maritime regulations.
- Participated in drills and exercises to prepare for fire, collision or other emergencies.
Flight Attendant
Southwest Airlines, Braniff3, Midway Airlines
Orlando , FL
09.1989 - 09.2015
- Ensured passenger safety and comfort during all phases of flight.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance passenger experience.
- Conducted pre-flight safety demonstrations for passengers and crew.
- Demonstrated safety equipment and procedures to meet FAA guidelines.
- Welcomed passengers on board and ensured they felt comfortable., answered questions, and directed them to their seats.
- Responded promptly to passenger inquiries and requests onboard.
- Resolved passenger conflicts to maintain a safe and peaceful cabin environment.
- Provided assistance to passengers during medical emergencies, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Performed pre-flight checks on the aircraft's interior components such as exit doors and lavatories.
- Managed in-flight sales of snacks and beverages to passengers.
- Collaborated with flight crew to maintain operational efficiency during flights.
- Engaged in ongoing training to enhance skills in conflict resolution and safety protocols. in customer service, conflict resolution techniques and safety procedures to remain current on new requirements and procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute
Fort Lauderdale, FL01-2002
High School Diploma -
Elkhhorn High School
Nebraska 06-1986
Skills
- Recreational planning
- Food safety
- Culinary skills
- Event planning
- Event logistics
- Inventory management
- Operational efficiency
- Vendor negotiation
- Vendor supervision
- Budgeting
- Household administration
- Home management
- Housekeeping management
- Childcare management
- Child development
- First aid certification
- Safe transportation
- Infant care
- Customer service
- Guest services
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Wine education
- Home organization
- Recreational planning
- Safety compliance
- Client relationship management
- Child supervision
- Safe transportation
- Infant care
Certification
- CPR / HEIMLICH/BASIC FIRST AIDE/ STCW/ FOOD SERVE SAFE CERTIFIED /FOOD SAFETY/ MUNICIPAL LICENSE /LLC /FAA CERTIFIED/FIRST RESPONDER/ MEDS MANAGMENT/VITALS
Timeline
Estate Manger/ Chef/Housekeeper
O'MEGAS GROUP
04.2026 - 08.2026
Yacht Chef /Sole Stew/Deckhand
M/Y KISMET 100'
02.2025 - 03.2026
Personal Chef /Estate MGR/NANNY/HSKPR/SENIOR CARE
Chef On The Fly Pampered Provisioning's LLC
01.2016 - Current
Flight Attendant
Southwest Airlines, Braniff3, Midway Airlines
09.1989 - 09.2015
Associate of Arts -
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute
High School Diploma -
Elkhhorn High School