Emily Anderson
Richmond,KY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Honeysuckle Dining and Bourbon House, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce waste through effective inventory management and portion control. Strong multitasking skills and a commitment to maintaining high food quality and safety standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Honeysuckle Dining and Bourbon House
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to ensure timely availability of ingredients.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Assisted in menu development by providing feedback on seasonal ingredient availability and dish performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, adhering to health regulations.
- Implemented portion control techniques to minimize waste and optimize ingredient usage.
- Led daily pre-shift meetings to communicate specials, menu changes, and operational updates to staff.
- 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.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Cook Shift Leader
Berea Health and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Developed efficient workflow processes to optimize meal preparation and service.
- Trained new team members on food handling procedures and cooking techniques.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to create balanced, nutritious menus for residents.
- Prepared a variety of baked goods, adhering to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Operated ovens and mixers efficiently, ensuring optimal baking conditions.
- Managed inventory levels utilizing ERP systems to ensure optimal stock availability
- Coordinated order fulfillment processes, enhancing efficiency in warehouse operations
Catering Assistant
Sodexo Food Service
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in food preparation and presentation for various events, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Coordinated with team members to efficiently deliver catering services on schedule.
- Maintained inventory levels and organized supplies to streamline operations.
- Supported event setup and breakdown, enhancing overall guest experience.
- Communicated dietary needs to kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with client specifications.
- Implemented safety protocols during food handling and service processes, promoting health standards.
Cook
Sayre Christian Village
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organized workstations to ensure safety standards.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and nutritional requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize food preparation processes.
- Trained new staff on kitchen protocols and equipment usage effectively.
- Monitored food inventory levels, minimizing waste through efficient stock management.
- Ensured proper food storage practices to maintain freshness and quality standards.
- Implemented feedback from residents to improve meal satisfaction consistently.
- 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.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared a variety of baked goods, adhering to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Operated ovens and mixers efficiently, ensuring optimal baking conditions.
- Managed inventory levels utilizing ERP systems to ensure optimal stock availability
- Coordinated order fulfillment processes, enhancing efficiency in warehouse operations
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Supply restocking
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Food handler certification
- Hospitality service expertise
- New hire training
- Event catering
- Recipes and menu planning
Timeline
Cook
Honeysuckle Dining and Bourbon House
03.2024 - 08.2024
Catering Assistant
Sodexo Food Service
02.2023 - 06.2023
Cook Shift Leader
Berea Health and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - 03.2024
Cook
Sayre Christian Village
07.2020 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Social Work
Indiana Wesleyan University