Dina Gaskin
Stone Mountain,GA
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Summary
Dynamic food service professional with a strong focus on team leadership, inventory management, and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to implement training programs and coordinate meal planning to enhance operational efficiency.
Work History
Assistant Food Service Manager
Dekalb County School System
Stonecrest Ga
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated menu planning with nutritionists to meet dietary guidelines while maximizing student satisfaction.
- Supervised daily food service operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, optimizing procurement processes to reduce waste and control costs.
Kitchen Supervisor
Department of Juvenile Justice
Decatur Ga
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Supervised daily kitchen operations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated meal planning and inventory management to optimize resource allocation.
- Implemented menu changes based on dietary needs of residents, enhancing nutritional value.
Food Service Assistant
Dekalb County Schools
Stone Mountain, GA
09.2011 - 03.2022
- Prepared and served meals in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety procedures.
- Assisted in menu planning and inventory management for food service operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas to ensure efficiency.
Lead Food Server
Park Springs Retirement Community
Stone Mountain, GA
06.2017 - 11.2021
- Supervised daily dining operations, ensuring exceptional service and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated meal service logistics for special events and resident gatherings.
- Implemented improvements to streamline dining processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new staff on service standards and community policies.
Sales Associate
Dillard's Retail Inc
Lithonia, GA
03.2013 - 02.2017
- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained knowledge of promotions and sales to effectively upsell products.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales. Got goals and improve store performance.
Education
Culinary Certificate - Nutrition, French, Food Service And Food Hygiene
St. Joseph's Technical Institute.
Ghana West Africa07-1998
High School Diploma -
Mpraeso Secondary School
Ghana West Africa06-1994
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Food preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Guest relations
- Stock control
- Scheduling staff
- Menu design
Timeline
Assistant Food Service Manager
Dekalb County School System
09.2024 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Department of Juvenile Justice
11.2022 - 09.2024
Lead Food Server
Park Springs Retirement Community
06.2017 - 11.2021
Sales Associate
Dillard's Retail Inc
03.2013 - 02.2017
Food Service Assistant
Dekalb County Schools
09.2011 - 03.2022
Culinary Certificate - Nutrition, French, Food Service And Food Hygiene
St. Joseph's Technical Institute.
High School Diploma -
Mpraeso Secondary School