Faith Clemonts-Glover
North Brunswick
Summary
Resourceful food service associate with expertise in menu development and event planning. Known for efficient knife skills and effective inventory management, ready to contribute to successful catering events and enhance overall dining experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Associate
Costco Wholesale Corp
Edison
06.2023 - Current
- Prepared food items following company standards and safety guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and dining spaces throughout shifts.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, processing customer payments efficiently.
- Followed health regulations to ensure safe food handling practices consistently.
- Assisted in preparing various food items, including salads, sandwiches, and desserts.
- Organized storage areas for food products in compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely completion of daily tasks.
Owner/Operator
GNG Soul Catering
North Brunswick
10.2022 - Current
- Developed seasonal menus based on local ingredients and customer preferences.
- Coordinated catering events, ensuring timely food preparation and delivery.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation practices in the kitchen.
- Collaborated with clients to customize catering options for special events.
- Monitored inventory levels, ordering supplies to meet catering demands.
- Created presentations for dishes to enhance visual appeal at events.
- Developed menus, planned and ordered food supplies, and monitored budget for catering events.
- Assisted with setup of buffet tables or other dining areas prior to commencement of catered events.
- Maintained accurate records related to food purchases and expenses associated with each catering event.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on kitchen equipment used during catered functions.
- Coordinated delivery of food supplies to event venues on time according to schedule.
- Accurately estimated amount of food to prepare for events.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Coordinated breakdown schedules to ensure timely equipment availability.
- Developed and implemented processes to optimize time management and ensure compliance with deadlines.
- Developed and implemented customer service policies to enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Culinary Arts Certification - Culinary Arts And Operations
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder04-2023
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu development
- Catering coordination
- Inventory management
- Kitchen operations
- Customer relationship management
- Efficient knife skills
- Event planning
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent customer service skills
Certification
Food Handlers Certification 2025
Timeline
Food Service Associate
Costco Wholesale Corp
06.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator
GNG Soul Catering
10.2022 - Current
Culinary Arts Certification - Culinary Arts And Operations
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts