Dovie Singletary
Washington,DC
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Trusting Hands Daycare / Aftercare
Washington, DC
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Chef Assistant
YMCA
Silver Spring, MD
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn Suites
Hampton, VA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
Cashier
Papa John's Pizza
Washington, DC
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Custodian
McDonald's
Washington, DC
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Anacostia Senior High School
Washington, DCSkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Menu development
- Menu planning
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Chef
Trusting Hands Daycare / Aftercare
06.2023 - 04.2024
Chef Assistant
YMCA
03.2022 - 05.2023
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn Suites
05.2021 - 01.2022
Cashier
Papa John's Pizza
08.2018 - 01.2020
Custodian
McDonald's
02.2016 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Anacostia Senior High School