Erin Mangan
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable Culinary Aide with experience in large scale food preparation and inventory management. Possess strong knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation protocols. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, displaying a strong work ethic, creativity, and effective communication skills. Previous roles highlighted ability to enhance dining experiences through culinary excellence and innovation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6073
6073
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Aide
Kent Career Technical Center
Grand Rapids, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinate the procurement of food and supplies, inventory management, contact vendors with issues, receive and organize product, collaborate with financial coordinator for billing, perform quality control check on food products, count inventory.
- Assist in maintaining student focus and engagement, process a high volume of transactions at a point of sale (POS) system, set up tables and buffets for catering events.
- Complete sanitation and temperature logs daily, maintain up-to-date knowledge of health department regulations, set up procedures for improved organization, flow of work and completion of end-of-day tasks.
Manager/Server/Line Cook
Applebee's
Comstock Park, USA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Create a list of foods to prepare based on the needs of the store, help with product ordering, maintain organization around the store, count safe and till, count inventory, FIFO products and ensure labels are accurate.
- Assist other staff where needed in the restaurant, handle customer complaints and resolve issues, interact with different tables, and learn the steps of opening and closing the restaurant.
- Greet and take care of guests, place orders into the POS, bring food and drinks to guests, process payments.
- Work on food preparation and portioning ingredients, make the orders as they are received, clean equipment.
Produce
Meijer
Grand Rapids, USA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Stock produce, assist customers, organize coolers, food preparation, and clean as needed.
Barista/Shift Leader
BIGGBY COFFEE
Grand Rapids, USA
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Take orders and prepare drink for customers, maintain espresso machine and toaster oven, clean and organize.
- Operate POS, train other baristas, count till, order and put away inventory, and food preparation.
Hostess
T.G.I. Friday's
Grand Rapids, USA
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported restaurant team members by seating guests, bussing tables, running food and drinks, delegating tasks.
- Cleaned bathrooms, folded kids menus, fixed broken menus, cleaned door glass, and swept.
Education
A.A. - Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids13th Year Advanced Baking and Pastry Arts -
Kent Career Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Comstock Park High School
Skills
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Professionalism
- Organizational skills
- Ordering and purchasing
- Catering support
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification, 2025-2030
- ServSafe Allergen Certification, 2026-2031
- Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook, American Culinary Federation
Timeline
Culinary Aide
Kent Career Technical Center
01.2023 - Current
Manager/Server/Line Cook
Applebee's
01.2022 - 01.2024
Produce
Meijer
01.2020 - 01.2021
Barista/Shift Leader
BIGGBY COFFEE
01.2020 - 12.2020
Hostess
T.G.I. Friday's
01.2019 - 12.2020
A.A. - Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
Grand Rapids Community College
13th Year Advanced Baking and Pastry Arts -
Kent Career Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Comstock Park High School