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Devonne Sears

Little Rock ,AR

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Chef/ Operator

K-12 Culinary Connections
02.2024 - Current
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
  • Standardized operational procedures across all regional locations to ensure consistency in quality and performance.

Chef/ Teacher

Cooking In Bloom
05.2022 - Current

I teach children how to cook

  • Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
  • Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
  • Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.

Chef

Little Rock School District
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Regularly updated menu offerings based on customer preferences, driving repeat business for the establishment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Direct Care Worker

Home To Community Living
02.2020 - 11.2022
  • Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific
  • Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, promoting open communication lines for better understanding of care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams in designing and implementing personalized care plans, maximizing patient outcomes.

Cook

Chartwells
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Ensured adherence to dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan options without compromising taste or presentation.

Prep Cook

Copper Mule Table & Tap
03.2021 - 11.2021
  • Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
  • Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
  • Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.

Patient Transporter

CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transportation.

Sales Associate

Payless ShoeSource Inc.
12.2015 - 06.2019
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.

Education

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR
05.2022

Psychology - Psychology

Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
05.2019

High School Diploma -

Little Rock Central High School
Little Rock, AR
05.2017

Skills

  • Staff Coordination
  • Culinary expertise
  • Business Management
  • Document Management
  • Data Entry
  • Recordkeeping
  • Staff Supervision
  • Database Management
  • Information Collection
  • Customer Service
  • Food Service Operations
  • Recipes and Menu Planning

Certification

ServSafe Certified

Timeline

Regional Chef/ Operator

K-12 Culinary Connections
02.2024 - Current

Chef

Little Rock School District
08.2022 - 12.2023

Chef/ Teacher

Cooking In Bloom
05.2022 - Current

Cook

Chartwells
11.2021 - 08.2022

Prep Cook

Copper Mule Table & Tap
03.2021 - 11.2021

Direct Care Worker

Home To Community Living
02.2020 - 11.2022

Patient Transporter

CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
07.2019 - 04.2020

Sales Associate

Payless ShoeSource Inc.
12.2015 - 06.2019

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Pulaski Technical College

Psychology - Psychology

Southern Arkansas University

High School Diploma -

Little Rock Central High School
Devonne Sears