Donnie Cannon
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Donnie Cannon is an accomplished and energetic Chef with over 20 years experience in food service and food specialization. She is motivated and eager to obtain leadership opportunities within the hospitality sector.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
SAGE Dining Services
Greensboro, NC
02.2026 - Current
- Operates lone allergen "freestyle" station which focuses on omiiting the top twelve allergens in all prepared dishes. Prepares and cooks diverse from scratch menu items adhering to dietary guidelines and client preferences.
Chef/ Caterer/Event Planner
Jappa's Catering and More!
Greensboro, NC
05.2010 - Current
- Delivers outstanding customer service throughout the entire event planning process, resulting in repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Designs, prepares and cooks menus containing food options to meet needs of diverse customer base.
Asst. Kitchen Mgr/Cook
Whitestone
09.2021 - 03.2025
- Cooked and served meals in according to planned menus, diet plans, recipes and portions.
- Understood and followed health department guidelines for safe and proper food handling.
- Cleaned, sanitized and organized kitchen area tools, utensils and equipment. Responsible for staffing, leading, training and scheduling staff. Practiced budget control measures.
Chef/ Kitchen Manager
St. Phillips Episcopal Church
10.2014 - 03.2021
- Responsible for menu creation, planning, shopping and preparing meals for upwards to 150 parishioners. Planned for appropriate ordering and inventory of food items. Managed staff and daily kitchen operations.
Education
GED, Culinary Diploma - Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Management, Supervisory and Development
AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM, CFPP), ServSafe Instructor, ServSafe Proctor, ServSafe Manager’s Certification, Member of the Association of National Food Professional (ANFP)
Timeline
Cook
SAGE Dining Services
02.2026 - Current
Asst. Kitchen Mgr/Cook
Whitestone
09.2021 - 03.2025
Chef/ Kitchen Manager
St. Phillips Episcopal Church
10.2014 - 03.2021
Chef/ Caterer/Event Planner
Jappa's Catering and More!
05.2010 - Current