Heidi Sherry
20 Chip Ct ,FL
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background in high-volume food preparation at Sea Dogs Brewing Co. Proven expertise in food handling and inventory management, enhancing efficiency and minimizing waste. Recognized for exceptional multitasking abilities and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Circle K
Kissimmee, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared high-quality food items in compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, and fryers, ensuring proper functionality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages.
- Implemented portion control measures to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and food handling techniques.
Line Cook
Sea Dogs Brewing Co.
Orlando, Florida
07.2014 - 07.2020
- Prepared and plated menu items following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper usage and maintenance for food safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and minimizing waste through efficient preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized workspace during high-volume service periods.
- Executed daily prep tasks independently, adapting quickly to changing demands and maintaining quality standards.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving efficiency while adhering to health regulations and safety protocols.
- Mentored junior staff on cooking techniques, fostering skill development and teamwork in the kitchen environment.
- Implemented new menu items based on seasonal ingredients, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative offerings.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Assistant Manager
711 Gas Station
Casselberry, FL
02.2004 - 01.2009
- Assisted in managing daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Developed staff schedules, optimizing labor resources for peak business hours.
- Trained and mentored new employees on company policies and operational procedures.
- Implemented inventory management practices to minimize waste and improve stock accuracy.
- Oversaw cash handling processes, ensuring compliance with financial protocols and security measures.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing strategic decisions for product offerings.
- Coordinated promotional activities to boost customer engagement and increase store traffic.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
University High
Orlando, FL07-2017
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Food waste reduction
- Contamination prevention
- Food plating and presentation
- Portion control
- Food handler certification
- Hospitality service expertise
- Order verification
- Sauce making
- Ingredients measuring
- New hire training
- Effective planner
- Food spoilage prevention
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food pairing
- Operations management
- OSHA
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Health and safety compliance
- Food storage
- Staff training
- Inventory management
- Temperature control
- Calm demeanor
- ServSafe certified
- Type cooking
- Order prioritization
- High volume production capability
- Strong butchery skills
- Recipe-based cooking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Food safety certification
Timeline
Cook
Circle K
08.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Sea Dogs Brewing Co.
07.2014 - 07.2020
Assistant Manager
711 Gas Station
02.2004 - 01.2009
High School Diploma - General Studies
University High