Glenda Nicia
Garland,TX
Summary
Adept Cook Shift Leader with a proven track record at The Wellington Nursing Home, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional meal quality and efficient kitchen management. Skilled in advanced cooking techniques and sanitation procedures, I excel in high-pressure environments, demonstrating strong verbal communication and leadership. Achieved significant waste reduction, underscoring a results-driven approach to culinary excellence.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
The Wellington Nursing Home
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Upheld strict adherence to company policies regarding food handling practices, employee conduct, and dress code requirements.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Cook's Assistant
Oxford Glen At Carrollton
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
- Prepped ingredients using blenders, mixers and slicers to achieve recipe requirements.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Plated and garnished dishes for uniform presentation standards.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Education
GED -
Colegio Alberto Masferrer
El Salvador11.1998
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food Storage
- Meal Preparation
- Knife Skills
- Nutrition knowledge
- Sanitation Procedures
- Sauce making
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Cooking
- Food Preparation
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
The Wellington Nursing Home
07.2023 - 03.2024
Cook's Assistant
Oxford Glen At Carrollton
01.2022 - 06.2023
GED -
Colegio Alberto Masferrer
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