Gwendolyn Leath
Huntsville
Summary
Seasoned Dining Services Manager with a proven track record at Brookdale Assisted Living, enhancing dining experiences through innovative menu development and meticulous sanitation standards. Expert in staff management and inventory control, significantly reducing waste while maintaining high-quality service. Demonstrates exceptional culinary expertise and a commitment to food safety compliance, ensuring a delightful dining atmosphere. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dining Services Manager
Brookdale Assisted Living
Executive Chef
Flemingfarms
04.2020 - Current
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Implemented special events promotions such as theme nights or cooking demonstrations to attract new clientele and boost sales revenues.
Director of Dining Services
Elmcroft Assisted Living
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Improved inventory management system, minimizing waste and maximizing product freshness.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of staff members, providing constructive feedback for professional growth success.
- Organized special event dinners that created a unique dining atmosphere for patrons.
- Maintained strict health and safety standards in accordance with local regulations, resulting in zero violations during tenure.
- Managed budget effectively, reducing unnecessary expenses while maintaining quality standards.
- Enhanced overall dining experience by implementing innovative menu selections and presentation techniques.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Cook
Brookdale Assisted Living
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Upheld strict adherence to company policies regarding food handling practices, employee conduct, and dress code requirements.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined cooking processes and procedures.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- 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.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Faulkner University
Montgomery ALSkills
- Sanitation Standards
- Food presentation
- Food Safety Compliance
- Staff Management
- Culinary expertise
- Allergen awareness
- Employee Scheduling
- Menu development
- Waste Reduction
- Ordering Supplies
- Nutrition knowledge
- Menu costing
- Food safety knowledge
- Inventory Control
Certification
- Food Safety Manager Certification (FSMC) - American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Timeline
Executive Chef
Flemingfarms
04.2020 - Current
Director of Dining Services
Elmcroft Assisted Living
10.2019 - 12.2020
Cook
Brookdale Assisted Living
05.2015 - 12.2019
Dining Services Manager
Brookdale Assisted Living
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Faulkner University
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