Darrell K Yarbrough
Salt Lake City,Utah
Summary
Talented baker skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker
Smith's Food and Drug
04.2018 - 02.2024
- Met daily demand by baking breads, pies, doughnuts, cookies and other pastries.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
Cook and Delivery Person
Smart Lunches
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Cooked lunches for delivery to schools
- Delivered lunches
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Lead Cook
Compass Group
02.2014 - 10.2014
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
Dietary Chef
Valley Services
07.2006 - 02.2012
- Prepared meals according to specific dietary guidelines and restrictions
- Responsible for preparing 100+ daily meals
- Basic inventory control and other duties as assigned
- Ensured proper food storage, handling, and labeling practices
- Complied with local health department regulations and facility policies at all times
- Optimized workflow in the kitchen by creating detailed schedules for food preparation tasks and assigning responsibilities accordingly.
- Safeguarded food quality by adhering to proper storage techniques and temperature controls.
Graveyard Cook
Great American Buffet
10.2004 - 03.2005
- Performed short order grill cooking on the graveyard shift
- Oversaw proper storage of perishable items to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage
- 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.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
Business/Managerial Operations
College of Eastern Utah
Price, UTHigh School Diploma -
South High School
Salt Lake City, UT06.1977
Skills
Team Player
Customer Service
Active listener
Food safety and sanitation
Cleanliness standards
Adaptive and creative
Product presentation
Quality Control
Stock Rotation
Specialty breads
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Food Handlers Permit
Middle Initial
K
Timeline
Baker
Smith's Food and Drug
04.2018 - 02.2024
Cook and Delivery Person
Smart Lunches
11.2014 - 06.2015
Lead Cook
Compass Group
02.2014 - 10.2014
Dietary Chef
Valley Services
07.2006 - 02.2012
Graveyard Cook
Great American Buffet
10.2004 - 03.2005
Business/Managerial Operations
College of Eastern Utah
High School Diploma -
South High School
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