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Work History
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Diana Holloway

Worcester,Worcester

Summary

Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. A dedicated team player with a punctual nature and an open communication style, and devoted to working hard. A fast learner and love to be creative in the kitchen.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook

Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital
02.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills and managing time wisely without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Cook/Kitchen Prep Cook

Bethany Nursing Home
09.2020 - 12.2023

Maintained clean and organized work areas to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.

  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constrain.
  • Checked for quality, tracked old and new items, and rotated stock to confirm the freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.

Waitress

Dell's Edible Creations
03.2014 - 06.2021
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • I maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with demanding customers or during busy shifts.
  • Fruit sculpting and arrangement.
  • I maintained a good attitude and a good customer service.

Cook/Production Supervisor

Saint Mary Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2019

I clean and organize my work areas to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.

  • I maintain 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.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.

Food Service Worker

UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Setting up the tray line to ensure that the line runs smoothly.
  • Restocked and organized my work area after the tray line was over.
  • Operated the dish machine.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work area.
  • worked with team members to ensure that all preps and other assignments are completed on time.

Babysitter/ Nanny

Elom Babysitting
01.2012 - 03.2018
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with both the children and their guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned the home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up the room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset by providing emotional support and stability.

Education

Certificate in Culinary Arts - Culinary

Salter College
West Boylston, MA
06-2020

High School Diploma -

University Park Campus
Worcester, MA
05-2018

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food Handling
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Food presentation
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Employee Training
  • Allergen awareness
  • Time management abilities
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Cutting and slicing techniques

Languages

Twi
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Baking
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
  • Hiking
  • Dancing
  • Working with children

Timeline

Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook

Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Cook/Kitchen Prep Cook

Bethany Nursing Home
09.2020 - 12.2023

Cook/Production Supervisor

Saint Mary Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2019

Food Service Worker

UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
01.2017 - 04.2019

Waitress

Dell's Edible Creations
03.2014 - 06.2021

Babysitter/ Nanny

Elom Babysitting
01.2012 - 03.2018

Certificate in Culinary Arts - Culinary

Salter College

High School Diploma -

University Park Campus
Diana Holloway