Dennis Varvell
Columbia,CA
Summary
Reliable Culinary Administrative Assistant enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
Sonora, CA
10.2010 - Current
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Correctional Supervising Cook
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
Jamestown, CA
08.2013 - 11.2020
- Developed Menu Plans for daily nutritional intake
- Collected ID's from kitchen and dining room staff for daily accountability
- Recorded hours of each individual that entered one of three kitchens
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point paperwork daily to ensure proper food and time and temperature control
- Worked closely with Food Manager and Assistant Food Manager to ensure that all kitchen and ware wash equipment was in excellent working condition
- Prepared individuals for Fire Camp service to assist with emergency situations
- On average work week consisted of three 16 hour shifts
- Responsible for Inventories from kitchens to warehouse to ensure correct ordering
- Daily timekeeping of general staff, and report writing for infractions and illegal actions
- Monthly training and meetings to enrich all staff and workers in kitchen
- Acted in place of Management when needed
- Training of new staff in kitchens and specialty rooms, i.e. Lunch Room, Vegetable Room, Dining Rooms
- Supervised General Population during Extreme Times
Chef
Kingdom Katering
Sonora, CA
06.2006 - 03.2009
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatuOrgani
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trend
- Organized Special events such as Weddings, Birthday Parties and Social Events
Executive Chef
Hyatt Regency Monterey
Monterey, CA
09.2001 - 01.2005
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
- Estimated food consumption and requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes, standardized production recipes for consistent quality and established presentation technique.
- Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Assisted customers in planning corporate events, social galas and gourmet dinners.
Education
GED -
Columbia Community College
Sonora, CASkills
- Cooking methods
- Basic cooking procedure knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Driven to Succeed
Timeline
Correctional Supervising Cook
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
08.2013 - 11.2020
Elderly Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
10.2010 - Current
Chef
Kingdom Katering
06.2006 - 03.2009
Executive Chef
Hyatt Regency Monterey
09.2001 - 01.2005
GED -
Columbia Community College