Ferlisa Duckett

Works well independently as well with others. Excellent customer Service skills. Assisted Banquet Captain in Event Coordination. Worked as catering lead with temps in a large catering functions. Experienced in on-line ordering. Able to assist with daily operations of network services.

• Provided direction to staff during setup and service of catered events.
• Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
• Ordered necessary supplies from vendors for catered events.
• Managed inventory of catering equipment including chafing dishes, serving utensils, linens.
• Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
• Monitored temperatures to maintain proper food safety conditions throughout duration of catered events.
• Created attractive displays for buffets using a variety of garnishes and decorations.
• Adhered strictly to health regulations when storing, handling, cooking, and serving foods at catered functions.
• Coordinated food service stations and venue accommodations, including setup and tear-down of furniture and equipment per customer guidelines.
• Wiped down surfaces and cleaned plates, utensils and trays to sanitize catering space after events.

• Prepared food items for catering events including salads, sandwiches, appetizers, entrees, and desserts. set up catering events as well as taking the event down at the scheduled time.
• Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area before, during and after catered events.
• Inspected food quality and presentation prior to delivery or service at catered events.
• Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
• Accurately estimated amount of food to prepare for events.