Dwan Telfaire
Springfield,MA
Summary
Cook with 9 years of experience in preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to food safety standards. Proficient in food presentation, customer service, and nutritional knowledge, with strong skills in team leadership and inventory management. Demonstrates exceptional time management and menu planning abilities, consistently enhancing kitchen operations and customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Springfield College/Aramark
02.2025 - Current
- Operated food preparation equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal service and enhance efficiency.
- Trained new cooks on food safety practices and kitchen protocols to ensure compliance.
- Implemented new cooking techniques that improved meal presentation and customer satisfaction.
- Developed seasonal menus incorporating fresh, locally sourced ingredients to improve quality.
- Led team in ensuring timely meal delivery during peak service hours to maintain operational flow.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Cook
Joseph’s Home
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to prepare meals efficiently, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to food safety standards and minimizing waste.
- Work closely with the head chef to implement menu changes, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Optimized meal preparation processes, reducing cooking times and enhancing kitchen efficiency.
- Facilitated seamless communication between kitchen staff, ensuring timely and accurate meal service.
Cook
Department of Youth Services
02.2018 - 08.2024
- Prepared meals with care, maintained cleanliness and adhered to food safety standards, ensuring timely and high-quality service.
- Executed daily kitchen operations efficiently, reducing waste and enhancing meal preparation processes to meet high standards.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver consistent, nutritious meals, fostering a cooperative and productive kitchen environment.
- Ensured precision in meal portions and ingredient measurements, maintaining consistency and quality in every dish served.
- Streamlined kitchen workflow, resulting in faster service times and improved customer satisfaction, while maintaining quality and safety.
- Coordinated with team to ensure seamless kitchen operations, resulting in improved service consistency and team cohesion.
Cook
Westover Job Corps
06.2010 - 08.2019
- Prepared daily meals for over 200 students, ensuring nutritional balance and dietary restrictions.
- Implemented efficient kitchen workflows, reducing meal prep time by 15 minutes per meal.
- Trained and supervised a team of 5 junior cooks, enhancing overall kitchen productivity.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food safety, passing all health inspections without violations.
- Developed new menu items based on student feedback, increasing meal satisfaction scores.
- Prepared high-quality meals, ensuring food safety and customer satisfaction, contributing to a positive dining experience.
- Managed kitchen operations, maintained inventory levels, and adhered to health regulations, ensuring smooth daily workflow.
Education
Diploma - undefined
Commerce High
Springfield, Ma06-2001
Skills
Dish arrangement
Service management
Nutrition principles
Collaboration leadership
Supply chain oversight
dietary planning
Productivity enhancement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
- Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
- Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
- Increased food and beverage sales to $dollar amount after being promoted to Executive Chef.
Interests
Working on my craft, cooking and braiding hair
Timeline
Cook
Springfield College/Aramark
02.2025 - Current
Cook
Joseph’s Home
05.2024 - 01.2025
Cook
Department of Youth Services
02.2018 - 08.2024
Cook
Westover Job Corps
06.2010 - 08.2019
Diploma - undefined
Commerce High