Dwyer Kemp
Detroit,MI
Summary
Reliable Kitchen Associate known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in food preparation, kitchen maintenance, and safety protocols. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability to fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering quality service in culinary settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen associate
NuVue Foods
Detroit, MI
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Prepared ingredients for NuVue Foods kitchen operations using safe handling practices.
- Assembled food items following NuVue Foods recipes and portion standards.
- Maintained clean workstations and sanitized equipment during daily production.
- Stored ingredients properly to support NuVue Foods inventory and freshness controls.
- Prepared food ingredients for NuVue Foods kitchen production
- Operated kitchen equipment and reported maintenance issues
- Checked inventory and restocked supplies in storage areas
- Packaged finished food with proper labels and date codes
- Measured ingredients and mixed batches for daily menu items
- Followed sanitation procedures and cleaned workstations throughout shift
- Assisted team members with order preparation and workflow support
- Maintained safe food handling and temperature control standards
- Disposed of garbage in appropriate receptacles after each shift.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks such as washing vegetables, cutting fruits, portioning ingredients, and mixing sauces.
- Operated various kitchen appliances such as blenders, mixers, ovens, grills and fryers according to manufacturer instructions.
- Cleaned and sanitized all kitchen equipment and surfaces, including floors, walls, and countertops.
- Kept accurate records of inventory levels so that restocking can be done timely and efficiently.
- Checked temperature of foods using thermometers to ensure they are cooked properly.
- Trained new employees on proper safety procedures related to working in a commercial kitchen setting.
- Assisted with closing duties at end of shift which included wiping down counters and equipment and sweeping floors.
- Monitored food quality throughout the day to ensure freshness and discard expired items accordingly.
- Labeled food containers with name of item prepared and date when placed in refrigerator or freezer for storage purposes.
- Organized food items in the refrigerator according to expiration date.
- Followed recipes precisely while preparing meals according to customer orders.
- Maintained a safe and orderly work environment by adhering to sanitation standards and safety regulations.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Restocked pantry shelves with nonperishable items to maintain supply levels. with nonperishable food items to prevent stock from running low.
- Participated in kitchen staff meetings to discuss performance improvements and kitchen strategies.
- Assisted in the preparation of meal ingredients, including measuring, weighing, and mixing.
- Helped in setting up and cleaning up before and after service, ensuring a ready-to-use kitchen.
- Ensured proper storage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Maintained an organized workstation, ensuring tools and ingredients are readily available.
Caregiver
Precious Love
Harper Woods, Michigan
01.2020 - 08.2025
- Prepared food ingredients for NuVue Foods kitchen production
- Followed sanitation procedures and cleaned workstations throughout shift
- Measured ingredients and mixed batches for daily menu items
- Supervised personal care for special needs clients in home care settings.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting routines.
- Supported medication reminders and daily schedule adherence.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to family and care teams.
- Prepared meals and assisted with feeding during mealtime support.
- Guided mobility, transfers, and safe movement throughout living spaces.
- Documented care activities and communicated updates with supervisors and caregivers.
- Provided companionship, emotional support, and calm redirection during challenging moments.
- Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
- Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
- Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.
- Provided companionship by engaging in conversation, playing board games or reading stories together.
- Offered emotional support during difficult times such as illness, hospitalization or bereavement.
- Transported clients to appointments or other destinations using a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
- Provided assistance to special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and share information about new treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals regarding medical treatments and therapies.
- Adapted existing programs to meet the specific requirements of each individual client.
- Facilitated communication between clients, family members and medical staff.
- Instructed clients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
Education
Pershing
Detroit, MISkills
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Kitchen sanitation
- Inventory control
- Equipment operation
- Temperature monitoring
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Mise en place organization
- Food preparation expertise
- Sanitation and safety
- Recipe execution
- Knife handling skills
- Allergen awareness
- Cooking techniques mastery
- Workstation maintenance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Food storage practices
- Special diets
- Menu planning proficiency
- Basic culinary techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Dishwashing
- Stock rotation
- Kitchen organization
- Waste management and recycling
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Food storage
- Kitchen operations
- Fire prevention and safety
- Food portioning
- Meal preparation support
- Trash removal and recycling
- Inventory oversight
- Positive attitude
- Cooking
- Sanitation and sterilization procedures
- Equipment cleaning
- Chopping vegetables
- Equipment organization
- Complex Problem-solving
- Salad dressing preparation
- Inspection requirements
- Knife skills
- Refrigeration maintenance
- Surface cleaning
- Cooking techniques
- Recipe following
- Workstation setup
- Dedicated work ethic
- Punctual and reliable
- Workflow optimization
- Food presentation
- Prep station organization
- Baking assistance
- Sauce preparation
- Heavy lifting
- Delivery processing
- Verbal and written communication
- Ingredient preparation
- Safe chemical handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
Kitchen associate
NuVue Foods
01.2025 - 06.2026
Caregiver
Precious Love
01.2020 - 08.2025
Pershing