Deborah Wilson
Troy,N.H.
Summary
Proactive kitchen manager highly effective at anticipating and accommodating customer needs. Friendly, punctual and enthusiastic team player. Offering 19+ years of experience in numerous foodservice environments. Open and clear communicator with a disciplined and forward-thinking approach. I am a friendly, helpful charismatic individual who is consistently prompt and willing to work a flexible schedule.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Sau29 Keene School District
Harrisville, NH
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Developed menu items based on seasonal ingredients and dietary needs.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing food waste and optimizing supply orders.
Summer Camp Director
Town Of Troy
Troy, NH
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging camp programs to enhance participant enjoyment and learning outcomes.
- Supervised staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and effective program delivery.
- Managed daily operations, coordinating schedules and resources for optimal camp functionality.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff, fostering a supportive team environment and skill development.
Kitchen Manager
SAU 93 MRSD
Swanzey, NH
10.2014 - 09.2023
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Hired and managed all kitchen staff.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Resolved customer concerns with food preparation in a timely manner.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Cleaned meat aisles, storage areas and work areas, following all health and safety guidelines.
- Adhered to safe work practices.
- Unloaded trailers, received merchandise, verified orders and broke down produce loads.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Prepared and maintained inventory records.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations.
- Updated daily logs, computer tracking systems and other relevant documentation.
- Processed monetary transactions with cash, checks, gift certificates, travelers' checks, food stamps, coupons and store credit.
- Serve safe certified
Counter Server
Barza Donuts LLC
Fitzwilliam, NH
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Restocked counter supplies, including condiments, napkins and silverware.
- Processed cash, debit and credit card payments.
- Demonstrated knowledge and applied proper food handling standards.
- Addressed guest complaints and resolved issues to promote satisfaction.
- Processed customer orders and accurately entered into order system.
- Completed sales transactions, including all accepted forms of payment.
- Greeted all guests upon arrival and offered immediate assistance.
- Managed multiple tasks in a high-volume environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized appearance for all restaurant areas.
- Packaged and delivered to-go orders and trays for guests eating at the restaurant.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations.
- Kept kitchen areas clean and free of debris and water.
- Inventoried and restocked items throughout day.
- Washed and disinfected kitchen area, floors, tables, tools, knives and equipment.
- Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
- Routinely removed trash and debris from restaurant.
- Assisted in cashiering and Point of Sale (POS) system procedures during busy hours.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Stocked “point of purchase” areas with recipe cards, product coupons and promotional material.
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
- Processed monetary transactions with cash, checks, gift certificates, travelers' checks, food stamps, coupons and store credit.
- Refilled and rotated items on shelves to maintain well-stocked inventory.
- Emptied and maintained trash cans and outdoor dumpster area.
- Performed store closing shift procedures
- Serve Safe Certified
Custodian
SAU 93 MRSD
Swanzey, NH
09.2014 - 10.2016
- Spot cleaned furniture and carpet.
- Thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned bathroom fixtures and partitions.
- Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
- Cleaned in and around the buildings, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Hosed down and swept steps and sidewalks.
- Collected, sorted and transported recyclable materials.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees.
- Dusted all furniture and fixtures thoroughly and carefully.
- Assembled basic furniture and supplies for classrooms.
- Properly labeled and diluted all cleaning solutions.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up any trash.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
- Dismantled, cleaned and replaced light fixtures.
- Steam cleaned and shampooed carpeted areas.
- Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions.
- Kept janitorial closets clean and organized.
- Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
- Snow removal on all walk ways and steps
Kitchen Assistant
SAU 93 MRSD
Swanzey, NH
08.2004 - 09.2014
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with a focus on safety and sanitation.
- Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and presentation.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to foster efficiency.
- Followed checklists for shift start and end to help with smooth transitions.
- Reported accidents, injuries or unsafe work conditions to manager.
- Received frequent customer compliments for going above and beyond normal duties.
- Updated daily logs, computer tracking systems and other relevant documentation.
- Cleaned meat aisles, storage areas and work areas, following all health and safety guidelines.
- Weighed and labeled products.
- Upheld highest standard for cleanliness of glass and silverware.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.
- Inventoried and restocked items throughout day.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Assisted in cashiering and Point of Sale (POS) system procedures during busy hours.
- Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware and silverware throughout each shift.
- Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
- Tended to the buffet and made sure food items were replenished as soon as they ran low.
- Received, inspected and logged all products for accuracy of shipment, temperature and quality.
- Prepared, cut, weighed and wrapped deli meats and cheeses.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations.
- Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly.
- Established and maintained a positive work environment.
- Washed and disinfected kitchen area, floors, tables, tools, knives and equipment.
- Verified all deliveries against invoices and completed shortage and overage reports.
- Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
- Operated and sanitized all equipment in a safe and proper manner.
- Serve Safe Certified
Education
High School Diploma -
Monadnock Regional High School
Swanzey, NH1986
Skills
- Customer-service oriented
- Sorting and labeling
- Telephone skills
- Organization skills
- Personable and outgoing
- Inventory management
- Scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Punctual
Certification
Serve Safe Certificate
Languages
English
Timeline
Summer Camp Director
Town Of Troy
06.2025 - 08.2025
Kitchen Manager
Sau29 Keene School District
09.2023 - Current
Counter Server
Barza Donuts LLC
09.2017 - 02.2019
Kitchen Manager
SAU 93 MRSD
10.2014 - 09.2023
Custodian
SAU 93 MRSD
09.2014 - 10.2016
Kitchen Assistant
SAU 93 MRSD
08.2004 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Monadnock Regional High School