Donald Cameron
Crescent City,CA
Summary
Dedicated cook skilled in food preparation and safe handling procedures. Proven ability to create nutritious meals for children while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Elk Valley Head Start
Crescent City, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals for children, adhering to dietary guidelines and safety standards.
- Managed inventory of kitchen supplies, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with staff to create weekly menu plans based on seasonal ingredients.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen facilities and equipment.
- Developed positive relationships with children by engaging them during meal service.
- Adjusted recipes to accommodate allergies and special dietary needs effectively.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Dishwasher
Monarch Gardens
Brookings, OR
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Organized dishware, utensils, and kitchen tools to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely availability of clean dishes for service.
- Monitored water temperature and chemical levels to ensure proper cleaning processes.
- Maintained a clean work area, adhering strictly to health and safety regulations.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
Pantry Chef
Xanterra Parks & Resorts At Yellowstone
Mammoth Wyoming
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed inventory and ensured cleanliness of pantry and storage areas.
- Prepared ingredients for menu items, adhering to food safety regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning and recipe development with culinary team.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on pantry operations.
- Collaborated with chefs to optimize food preparation processes and reduce waste.
Dining Room Manager
Monarch Gardens
Brookings, OR
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Oversaw daily dining room operations, ensuring optimal guest experiences and service quality.
- Trained and mentored staff on service standards and dining protocols to enhance team performance.
- Coordinated special events, managing logistics and staffing to deliver seamless experiences for guests.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Developed schedules to optimize staff allocation during peak dining hours while maintaining service excellence.
- Monitored inventory levels of dining supplies, ensuring timely replenishment and cost-effective management.
Postmaster
United States Postal Service, USPS
Crescent City, CA
05.1975 - 01.2005
- Supervised daily operations ensuring timely and accurate mail delivery.
- Managed staff performance through training, coaching, and mentoring programs.
- Implemented process improvements enhancing operational efficiency across service areas.
- Oversaw inventory management of postal supplies and equipment to minimize shortages.
- Developed and maintained strong community relationships promoting USPS services.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations and postal policies for operational excellence.
- Assisted customers in determining proper postal service to align with individual needs.
- Managed all aspects of post office staffing, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management to ensure a high-performing team.
- Collaborated with other postmasters in the region to share best practices, enhancing overall postal service quality.
- Ensured compliance with USPS regulations by regularly reviewing policies and procedures, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on relevant changes.
Education
Business
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WAHigh School Diploma -
Vashon High School
Vashon, WA06-1973
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Certification
- Safety Training/ safety officer - [Timeframe1976-2005]
Timeline
Cook
Elk Valley Head Start
09.2024 - Current
Dishwasher
Monarch Gardens
01.2022 - 09.2023
Pantry Chef
Xanterra Parks & Resorts At Yellowstone
05.2021 - 10.2021
Dining Room Manager
Monarch Gardens
06.2019 - 04.2020
Postmaster
United States Postal Service, USPS
05.1975 - 01.2005
Business
Seattle Central Community College
High School Diploma -
Vashon High School
Superior performance awards...2
For outstanding performance and attendance in the post office.