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DORTHY NELSON

Sanford,FL

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Sous Chef with a passion for culinary arts and a solid commitment to supporting kitchen operations. Skilled in food preparation, ingredient sourcing, and kitchen organization. Proficient in following recipes, assisting chefs with various tasks, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. A team player with excellent communication skills, able to thrive in fast-paced environments while ensuring the highest quality of food service. Eager to contribute to a dynamic culinary team and assist in creating memorable dining experiences for the guests. Bilingual in Spanish Food Preparation Guest services Quality Control Certified Serv-Safe Food Protection Proper Storage and Preservation Team Contribution Strategic planning and analysis

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Disney (Old Key West Resort)
Orlando, FL
06.2024 - Current
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.

Assistant Sous Chef

Disney
Orlando, FL
12.2018 - Current
  • Assisted the Sous Chef in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes to customers.
  • Conducted daily line-up meetings with kitchen staff to review specials, upcoming events.
  • Implemented procedures designed to reduce waste and maintain cost efficiency.

Culinarian

Disney (Animal Kingdom Lodge)
Orlando, FL
02.2016 - 12.2018
  • Assisted Head Chef in planning, preparing and cooking meals for up to 200 guests.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked concierge in every station at Boma and Mara
  • Promotion to 1st cook within 6 months (Ref. Chef Wendy S. Welcovitz)

HR Representative

UPS
Longwood, FL
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Completed onboarding and new hire orientation for all employees.
  • Conducted trainings on topics such as workplace safety protocols or sexual harassment prevention.
  • Researched best practices for recruiting strategies to ensure a qualified applicant pool.

Education

Project Management Certification
04.2024

Associate of Arts in Culinary Arts -

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
08.2012

Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Food Preparation
  • Guest services
  • Quality Control
  • Certified Serv-Safe Food Protection
  • Proper Storage and Preservation
  • Team Contribution
  • Strategic planning and analysis

Timeline

Sous Chef

Disney (Old Key West Resort)
06.2024 - Current

Assistant Sous Chef

Disney
12.2018 - Current

Culinarian

Disney (Animal Kingdom Lodge)
02.2016 - 12.2018

HR Representative

UPS
09.2015 - 12.2015

Project Management Certification

Associate of Arts in Culinary Arts -

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
DORTHY NELSON