Deana Wilson
Denver,CO
Summary
Thrived in fast-paced, challenging workplaces that promote continuous development and upward mobility.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line cook
Lady Nomada
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted in preparing ingredients for cooking.
- Supported fast-paced service operations.
- Utilized knife skills for efficient food preparation.
- Aided in maintaining proper portion control.
- Managed time effectively during service.
Executive Chef
Ballys Black Hawk Casino
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted teams in meeting project deadlines and adhering to budget guidelines. Supported team collaboration to effectively reach project objectives. Facilitated communication to enhance team performance and success.
- Executed product ordering processes to ensure timely inventory replenishment.
- Assisted with inventory management to maintain accurate stock levels. Helped track inventory items to support supply chain efficiency. Supported team in organizing and categorizing inventory for streamlined operations.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to established recipes. Supported kitchen staff in maintaining cleanliness and organization. Prepared ingredients for cooking to ensure efficient workflow.
- Assisted in creating special projects. Supported the development of unique initiatives. Contributed to the preparation of specialty items.
- Oversaw high-quality service delivery to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in preparing ingredients and maintaining kitchen organization. Supported chefs by practicing and applying basic knife techniques. Participated in food preparation tasks to enhance culinary skills.
- Assisted in developing schedules for projects and team activities. Supported the organization of timelines and deadlines for various tasks. Coordinated schedules to facilitate efficient workflow among team members.
Kitchen Lead
Blue Pan Pizza
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget parameters. Supported team coordination to achieve project goals effectively. Contributed to team success by facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure high-quality food service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on company policies and best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock management techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and operational efficiency.
Line Cook
Panzano
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Supervised daily operations to ensure high-quality food service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on company policies and best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock management techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and operational efficiency.
Line Cook/ Banquet Cook
Lakewood Country Club
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted in preparing meals according to established recipes. Supported kitchen staff in maintaining cleanliness and organization. Participated in food plating and presentation for service.
- Assisted in preparing ingredients using basic knife techniques. Supported kitchen staff by maintaining organized workstations with properly cut ingredients. Performed essential slicing, dicing, and chopping of various vegetables.
- Assisted in serving guests at banquet events. Supported team members in food presentation and service. Provided help during banquet setup and breakdown.
Executive Chef
Chopshop Urban Eatery
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Executed product ordering processes to ensure timely inventory replenishment.
- Assisted with inventory management to maintain accurate stock levels. Helped track inventory items to support supply chain efficiency. Supported team in organizing and categorizing inventory for streamlined operations.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to established recipes. Supported kitchen staff in maintaining cleanliness and organization. Prepared ingredients for cooking to ensure efficient workflow.
- Assisted in creating special projects. Supported the development of unique initiatives. Contributed to the preparation of specialty items.
- Oversaw high-quality service delivery to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in preparing ingredients and maintaining kitchen organization. Supported chefs by practicing and applying basic knife techniques. Participated in food preparation tasks to enhance culinary skills.
- Assisted in developing schedules for projects and team activities. Supported the organization of timelines and deadlines for various tasks. Coordinated schedules to facilitate efficient workflow among team members.
Shift Lead
Smashburger
Denver, CO
04.2014 - 07.2014
- Supervised daily operations to ensure high-quality food service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on company policies and best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock management techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and operational efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
Logan, UT05.2008
No Degree - Graphic And Digital Design
Steven Henager College
Logan, UTSkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen station setup
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations
- Line management
- Workload management
- Ingredient preparation
- Food safety standards
- Server communication
- Food allergen safety
- Inventory management
- Food plating
- Portion control
- Food storage procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Stock rotation
- Crew training
- Menu item memorization
- Portioning
- Back of house operations
- Kitchen equipment management
- Ingredients measuring
- Allergen awareness
- Line station oversight
- Ingredient inspection
- Recipe adaptation
- Entree preparation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Menu planning
- Supply management
Certification
Serv Safe Management certification
Timeline
Line cook
Lady Nomada
05.2026 - Current
Executive Chef
Ballys Black Hawk Casino
01.2025 - 05.2026
Kitchen Lead
Blue Pan Pizza
01.2023 - 01.2025
Line Cook
Panzano
01.2021 - 01.2023
Line Cook/ Banquet Cook
Lakewood Country Club
01.2021 - 01.2023
Shift Lead
Smashburger
04.2014 - 07.2014
Executive Chef
Chopshop Urban Eatery
01.2014 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
No Degree - Graphic And Digital Design
Steven Henager College