Deyanna Currier
Ben Lomond,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented culinary professional with extensive experience in following menus and recipes to deliver high-quality dishes. Proven ability to efficiently set up and clean kitchen equipment while managing supplies effectively. Recognized for exceptional multitasking skills that support seamless kitchen operations and enhance overall productivity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Sevys Grill
Aptos, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils, and cooking equipment.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment, working with teammates to maintain a high customer satisfaction rate.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Operated various kitchen appliances, such as a sauté station, oven, grill, flat top, and fryer.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
Front Desk Receptionist
Enterprise sports club
Scotts Valley, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Preserved office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via reception desk.
- Input customer data into reservation systems, and update to reflect reservation changes.
- Provided administrative support including photocopying, faxing, and filing.
- Maintained business office inventory and equipment by checking stock for needed supplies.
- attended to guests' needs by providing personal help
Head Chef
Land of Medicine Buddha
Soquel, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Prepare health-conscious meals for retreats and staff
- Maintaining a no-waste work environment
- Prepping fresh and organic produce for each meal
- Maintaining a vegan, gleten free, and vegiterian menu
Sous Chef
CP Fine Catering
Campbell, CA
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Worked events such as weddings, ceremonies, company events, and private parties
- Prepared ingredients
- Prepared plated dinners and appetizers
- Helped maintain a fully stocked buffet
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Prepared a variety of foods according to recipes or special instructions from clients.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Managed staff of cooks and other kitchen personnel in the preparation of meals for events.
Caregiver
Harbor Supported Living Services
Santa Cruz, CA
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Administer medication
- Prep meals
- De-escalate situations and behavior
- Provide caregiving services such as organization, cleaning, and time management
- Help with personal hygiene such as bathing, using the bathroom, and dressing
Barista/Cashier
Ensemble Hospitality
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Work espresso bar to make artisanal drinks along with latte art
- Worked on a POS system
- Help guests with information and directions
- Restock and Maintain a clean and organized work space
- Trained by VERVE coffee
- Handled cash drawer
- Closed and opened full espresso bar and coffee cart
- Restock and take inventory of retail and workspace materials
Food Service Worker
SANTA CRUZ SEASIDE CO
Santa Cruz, CA
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Made boba drinks and teas
- Took orders and expedited
- Closed and Opened
- Prepped food/produce
- Made açaí bowls
- Made sweet/savory crepes
- Worked dish pit
Server and Hostess
Dharma's Restaurant
Santa Cruz, CA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Make coffee, lattes, and tea
- Serve food
- Bus tables indoor and outdoor
- Prep food
- Make smoothies and milkshakes
- Be a hostess
- Take orders and serve food
- Clean work area and stations
- Customer communication and service
Juice Barista
Clean Juice
Aptos, CA
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Wash dishes, and organize dishes for efficient cleaning and serving
- Trained in using POS systems
- Serve customers during breakfast, lunch, or dinner shifts
- Organize kitchen cleanup and conduct inventory
- Handle cash and credit transactions with total accuracy
- Serve customers, with a focus on following up to ensure a great customer experience and repeat business
- Demonstrated deep product knowledge when discussing menu options and making recommendations to customers
- Prioritized time management to maximize customer satisfaction and revenue generation
- Served food and drink orders quickly and accurately
- Maintained a clean work area and other daily shift duties
- Demonstrated strong teamwork and multitasking abilities
Food Service Worker
Santa Cruz seaside company
Santa Cruz, CA
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Assisted with food service by working closely with servers to move food out quickly
- Minimized spoilage risks by always storing ingredients properly
- Kept kitchen organized by cleaning up waste and leftover foods
- Mixed ingredients and prepared special dressings and sauces for cooks
Education
High school diploma -
Oasis Alternative School
Santa Cruz, CA05.2023
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Safe handling
- Customer service
- Cooking support
- Catering
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Food Service
- Banquet Experience
- Busser
- Food Production
- POS
- Cashiering
- Barista Experience
- Host/Hostess
- Restaurant Experience
- Serving Experience
- Upselling
- Retail Sales
- Kitchen experience
- Culinary experience
- Food preparation
- Food industry
- Kitchen management
- Communication skills
- Cooking
- Food handling
- Hospitality
- Compassionate client care
- Medication coordination
- Flexible schedule
- Multitasking and organization
- At-home care instruction
- Team collaboration
- Housekeeping
- Behavior redirection
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
Certification
- ServSafe,food Handler Certification
- IHSS certification(I am legally able to provide care as a caregiver while my hours are paid for by the government)
- CPR Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook
Sevys Grill
01.2025 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Enterprise sports club
01.2025 - Current
Head Chef
Land of Medicine Buddha
11.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
CP Fine Catering
09.2023 - 12.2024
Caregiver
Harbor Supported Living Services
07.2023 - 10.2024
Barista/Cashier
Ensemble Hospitality
06.2022 - 06.2023
Server and Hostess
Dharma's Restaurant
08.2021 - 11.2021
Food Service Worker
SANTA CRUZ SEASIDE CO
05.2021 - 05.2022
Juice Barista
Clean Juice
06.2020 - 10.2020
Food Service Worker
Santa Cruz seaside company
11.2018 - 10.2019
High school diploma -
Oasis Alternative School
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