Dawn Bannon
Paducah,KY
Summary
Innovative culinary professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu development, inventory management, and food safety compliance. Excel at team leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Marquette Transportation Company
Paducah, Kentucky
10.2014 - 03.2026
- Prepared diverse menus to meet customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Maintained food safety standards and hygiene practices throughout the kitchen.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients for menu items.
- Developed creative recipes that enhanced the dining experience for guests.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and rotation.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Kitchen Manager
Hucks Gas Station
Paducah, Kentucky
08.2008 - 10.2014
- Managed daily store operations and staff scheduling for optimal efficiency.
- Implemented inventory management systems to minimize stock discrepancies.
- Developed promotional displays to enhance product visibility and customer engagement.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain stock levels and minimize waste.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related costs..
Store Manager
Vitamin World
Paducah, KY
05.2000 - 08.2008
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
Education
Morris High School
Morris, ILSkills
- Culinary expertise
- Nutrition
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Sanitation compliance
- Purchasing
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Food Handler Certificate 2015 National Restaurant Association
- CPR Certified
- TWIC Certified
Timeline
Chef
Marquette Transportation Company
10.2014 - 03.2026
Kitchen Manager
Hucks Gas Station
08.2008 - 10.2014
Store Manager
Vitamin World
05.2000 - 08.2008
Morris High School