Desiree Hodges
Tioga
Summary
Innovative professional with well-rounded food background and extensive knowledge of all kitchen equipment. High-energy leader emphasizing healthy dishes made with local ingredients. Creatively builds exciting meals to satisfy discerning customers.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Tioga Medical Center
Tioga
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared meals according to health standards and safety regulations.
- Assisted in managing kitchen operations during peak service hours.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean work environment.
- Engaged with staff to promote teamwork and effective communication.
- Monitored food storage practices to prevent spoilage and waste.
- Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
Bar Manager
Tioga Country Club
Tioga
07.2017 - Current
- Managed daily bar operations and staff scheduling at a country club.
- Trained and mentored bar staff on service standards and cocktail preparation techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely ordering.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area in compliance with health regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for members.
- Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
Head Cook
Tioga High School
Tioga
10.2010 - 01.2025
- Prepared meals according to school nutrition guidelines and student preferences.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Trained new staff on food safety practices and kitchen procedures.
- Collaborated with suppliers to order fresh ingredients for daily meals.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
- Ordered supplies, ingredients, and equipment needed for the kitchen.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
- Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
- Sanitized counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Planned menus for banquets and special events as requested by management.
- Used computer to store and retrieve data and online orders.
- Enforced strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchen and work areas.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Education
Divide County High School
Crosby, NDSkills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory control
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Tioga Medical Center
03.2026 - Current
Bar Manager
Tioga Country Club
07.2017 - Current
Head Cook
Tioga High School
10.2010 - 01.2025
Divide County High School