Diamante Gilliam,
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements. Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Ruby Tuesday Restaurant
Norfolk, Virginia
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Crafted diverse dishes aligned with Ruby Tuesday's recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and food prep areas.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Monitored food inventory levels and reported shortages to management promptly.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure high-quality meal preparation standards.
- Developed daily prep lists to streamline cooking processes for efficient service.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Warehouse Worker
Khols
Baltimore, Maryland
04.2016 - 04.2021
- Operated forklifts to move merchandise efficiently throughout the warehouse.
- Received and processed incoming shipments according to company procedures.
- Organized inventory in designated areas to ensure quick access and retrieval.
- Conducted regular stock checks to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders in a timely manner.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe warehouse practices and operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Francis M Wood High School
1001 W Saratoga St Baltimore 06-2018
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Kitchen operations
- Culinary techniques
- Equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Food handling
- Frying
- Surface cleaning
- Food pairing
- Grilling
- Sanitation
- Sanitation practices
- Food storage
- ServSafe certified
- Cooking
- Customer service
Timeline
Cook
Ruby Tuesday Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2024
Warehouse Worker
Khols
04.2016 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Francis M Wood High School