Ellen Harrison
Piscataway,NJ
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Lead Cafeteria Cook
Highland Park Schools
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Followed proper procedures for use of government-provided commodities.
- Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
- Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
- Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and serving process.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Communicated with supervisor to discuss menu items, ingredients and nutritional values.
- Collected payments and observed customers for suspicious behavior.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Cook
Sodexo Food Service
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Timeline
Lead Cafeteria Cook
Highland Park Schools
02.2020 - 07.2020
Cook
Sodexo Food Service
06.2016 - 06.2018
ServeSafe Certification - Culinary Arts
Hillside Community Foodbank
High School Diploma -
West Side High Newark Nj
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experience keeping all facets of Type cafeterias operating efficiently. Managed deliveries, food preparation, temperature regulation and money collection. Skilled at updating documentation, maintaining health code standards and training new employees.
Skills
- Maintenance and Repair
- Decision-Making
- Written Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
Education
ServeSafe Certification - Culinary Arts
Hillside Community Foodbank
31 Evans Terminal Rd Hillside Nj04.2016
High School Diploma -
West Side High Newark Nj
403 So Orange Ave Newark Nj06.1986
Certification
- ServeSafe Training - 2016-Present
Additional Information
Volunteer as community cook for Religious Organization. Prepping, Cooking and Feeding 150 people on a weekly basis.
Also operates my own small soup/catering business.
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