Diane Tafaoiallii
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with more than 25 years experience in food service operations. Excelling in food safety, high-volume meal preparation, and kitchen management. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and deliver exceptional customer service. Recognized for reliability, attention for details, strong work ethic and committed to safe and efficient operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Harmons Grocery Store
South Jordan, Utah
11.2017 - Current
- Prepare a variety of food items according to standardized recipes and quality specifications.
- Maintain food safety standards through proper handling, storage, packaging, and preservation.
- Monitor product rotation, expiration dates, and inventory to minimize waste.
- Support kitchen operations while meeting production goals and customer expectations.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure exceptional quality and service.
Mental Health Support Worker
Valley Behavioral Health
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2009 - 10.2014
- Assisted clients in achieving personal and therapeutic goals through daily support and skill development .
- Taught cooking and meal preparation skills to promote independence through an in house cafeteria.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client documentation.
- Connected clients with community resources.
- Demonstrated strong communication, patience, and problem solving skills.
Lead Cook
Salt Lake Comunnity College
Salt Lake City, UT
08.1996 - 03.2009
- Led kitchen operations for campus dinning and catered events.
- Collaborated with management to plan special events and catering services.
- Supervised and coordinated kitchen staff to ensure efficient food production and service.
- Collaborated with clients to design catering menus for meetings, events and special occasions
- Managed high-volume meal preparation
- Successfully coordinated meal services for large groups and special events.
- Collaborated with clients to assess requirements and coordinate tailored solutions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Utah Valley State College
Orem, UT08.1994
Skills
- Food service operation
- High-Volume meal preparation
- Food safety and sanitation
- Kitchen management
- Menu planning
- Catering coordination
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Allergen awareness
- Inventory management
- Staff coordination
Timeline
Chef
Harmons Grocery Store
11.2017 - Current
Mental Health Support Worker
Valley Behavioral Health
08.2009 - 10.2014
Lead Cook
Salt Lake Comunnity College
08.1996 - 03.2009
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Utah Valley State College