Heather Welch
Visalia,CA
Summary
Efficient cafeteria worker known for productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Have mastered specialized skills including food safety compliance, customer service, and inventory management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operation of cafeteria services.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nutritional services, a cafeteria worker, 2
Visalia unified school district
Visalia, CA
11.2003 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals for students following dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and serving areas.
- Assisted with inventory management, tracking food supplies and stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to serve meals efficiently during lunch periods.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all staff.
- Interacted positively with students, promoting a welcoming dining atmosphere.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to operational standards.
- Contributed to training new staff on food preparation and service procedures.
- Served customers quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Followed guidelines for safe serving, appropriate temperatures and proper presentation.
- Adhered to sanitation policies when cleaning work areas.
- Organized and prepared ingredients for batch cooking.
- Maintained adequate levels of linens, trays, and silverware items for customers and performed washing and sanitation.
- Stocked shelves with necessary supplies for cafeteria operations.
- Performed work to top standards, proving best service for students, employees and school visitors.
- Used proper portion sizes when serving meals to customers.
- Maintained tools, equipment and surfaces in clean, neat and working order.
- Adhered to safe and proper storage guidelines for incoming supplies.
- Restocked utensils and condiments on the cafeteria line as needed.
- Upheld correct procedures for preparing foods and storing leftovers.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items in order to ensure adequate supply at all times.
- Utilized safe and efficient methods for operating equipment.
- Provided nutritional information about menu items upon request.
- Trained new staff members on proper food handling techniques and safety protocols.
- Took inventory of supplies and equipment and placed new orders to maintain stock levels.
- Stocked service areas with supplies such as condiments, utensils, and napkins.
- Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques and safety protocols.
Education
Redwood High School
Visalia, CASkills
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Kitchen organization
- Equipment operation
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Food presentation
- Time management
- Sanitation procedures
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Training others
- Safety compliance
- Nutritional guidance
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation techniques
- Supply replenishment
- Verbal and written communication
- Sanitation practices
- Problem-solving
- Compliance
- Reliability and punctuality
- Nutrition awareness
- Receiving supplies
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nutritional services, a cafeteria worker, 2
Visalia unified school district
11.2003 - Current
Redwood High School