Derrick Williams
Hartford,CT
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background at Kimberly Hall/Complete Care, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance menu quality and reduce waste through effective inventory management. Skilled in multitasking and fostering teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality dishes that elevate guest satisfaction.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook, Dietary Aide, Manager
Kimberly Hall/Complete Care
11.1989 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and executed daily menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Trained new cooks on preparation techniques and operational procedures for efficiency.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving cost control.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to coordinate timely food delivery during peak hours.
- Implemented new cooking methods that enhanced flavor profiles and presentation quality.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering skill development and teamwork in high-pressure environments.
- Evaluated vendor performance, ensuring quality supplies aligned with culinary standards and budget constraints.
- 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.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environments.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order delivery and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders and special requests.
- Trained new servers on menu items, service protocols, and operational procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Weaver High School
Hartford, CT06-1991
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Sanitation
- Hospitality and service industry background
Certification
SafeSERV
Timeline
Cook, Dietary Aide, Manager
Kimberly Hall/Complete Care
11.1989 - Current
High School Diploma -
Weaver High School