Donna Hickman
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Results-driven Chief Steward with expertise in team collaboration, inventory management, and safety compliance. Proven ability to optimize operations and implement effective systems to enhance efficiency and ensure high standards of cleanliness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Steward
Seafarers International Union
Norfolk, VA
02.2008 - 03.2025
- Assisted in organizing and maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and restocking items as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure prompt service during meal periods.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines while handling food and equipment.
- Managed dishwashing operations, ensuring timely cleaning of utensils and cookware.
- Managed daily operations of the stewarding department including personnel, purchasing, budgeting and scheduling.
- Supervised the ordering of supplies such as glassware, linens, china and silverware needed for restaurant operations.
- Performed weekly audits of all storerooms inspecting items stored there for expiration dates or damage.
- Ensured adherence to company policies regarding handling of hazardous materials such as chemicals used in dishwashing machines.
- Worked closely with chefs on menu planning projects ensuring availability of ingredients needed for recipes.
- Established cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, walls and equipment on a daily basis.
- Developed and implemented inventory control systems to ensure accurate stock levels.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VASkills
- Menu planning
- Budgeting
- Food safety
- Effective communication
- Time management
Timeline
Chief Steward
Seafarers International Union
02.2008 - 03.2025
Some College (No Degree) -
Tidewater Community College
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