Known for strong communication skills and maintaining high food quality standards while adapting to dietary needs and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet all goals necessary to ensure that students receive not only good quality food but excellent service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook/manager
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
Westminster, CO
10.2016 - 01.2022
Maintained communications between kitchen staff and office staff and teachers.
Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly monitoring inventory levels.
Adhered to all applicable health and safety regulations by maintaining proper food handling practices and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Participated in routine equipment maintenance checks for optimal performance, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
Maintained of cleanliness and sanitation by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines within the kitchen staff.
Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce illness or accidents.
Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
During serving times always maintained a good relationship with all students and recognizing their needs.
Assistant Cook
Westminster Public Schools
Westminster, CO
08.2006 - 10.2016
Prepared food according to menu.
Upheld strict cleanliness standards by regularly sanitizing all surfaces and equipment within the kitchen area.
Adapted quickly to menu changes and special dietary requests.
Maintained proper food safety.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.