Dominique Carroll
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dedicated cook with expertise in culinary techniques, food safety standards, and time management. Proven ability to maintain a clean workspace and deliver high customer satisfaction in fast-paced environments. Efficient cook with strong time management and organizational skills. Known for maintaining safety and compliance in kitchen environments while delivering exceptional customer service and high-quality food preparation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COOK
KFC
Clive, Iowa
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment collaborating with teammates to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe cooking environment.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils, and dishes to uphold hygiene standards.
- Maintained clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces, and emptying trash cans to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Warehouse Worker
QPS
Des Moines, Iowa
02.2017 - 08.2023
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Organized storage areas to maximize space and improve accessibility.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain stock accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill customer orders promptly.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Roofing Laborer
Drake Roofing
Des Moines, Iowa
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Assisted in roof installation, ensuring materials were properly secured and aligned.
- Operated power tools safely for cutting and shaping roofing materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized worksite to promote safety and efficiency.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites after completion of each project.
- Followed all OSHA safety regulations related to roofing activities.
- Unloaded materials to roof by repetitive lifting or through conveyor operations.
COOK
MCDONALDS
DES MOINES, IA
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and address inquiries.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
COOK
Sonic DRIVE IN
Johnston, Iowa
02.2015 - 09.2017
- Prepared and cooked menu items following Sonic DRIVE IN recipes.
- Operated kitchen equipment to ensure quality food preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
EAST HIGH SCHOOL
DES MOINESSkills
- Culinary techniques
- Food safety standards
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Menu item preparation
- Portion control
- Inventory management
- Shipment processing
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Order fulfillment
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Heavy lifting
- Order preparation
- Packaging and labeling
Certification
DRIVERS lICENSE
Timeline
COOK
KFC
02.2026 - 04.2026
Roofing Laborer
Drake Roofing
03.2018 - 10.2019
COOK
MCDONALDS
07.2017 - 01.2018
Warehouse Worker
QPS
02.2017 - 08.2023
COOK
Sonic DRIVE IN
02.2015 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
EAST HIGH SCHOOL