Iesha Wimberly
Blakely,GA
Summary
Energetic Dietary Aide with hands-on experience preparing and serving food to patients within healthcare facilities. Well-versed in sanitation and safety guidelines paired with in-depth knowledge of cooking and baking appliance operations. Successful multitasker possessing positive attitude and great sense of humor. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietary Aide/Dietary Cook
LifeBrite Community Hospital of Early
Blakely, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
- Monitored expiration dates on products and disposed of any spoiled or expired foods.
- Set up trays for patients upon request.
- Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen, dining and utility areas to promote healthy environment.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation and food handling guidelines
- Stocked food and other supplies for main kitchen and units.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Assisted in menu planning based on resident and patient preferences and dietary requirements.
Housekeeper
Days Inn By Wyndham Donalsonville
Donalsonville, GA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Delivered requested items such as extra pillows or blankets to guest rooms.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
Line Cook
One Flew South Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Line Cook
Gordon Biersch Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport
Atlanta, GA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Overnight Prep/Silverware Roller/Pantry Cook
P.F. Chang's Bistro-Atlanta Airport
Atlanta, GA
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Checked each piece of rolled silverware for quality assurance purposes before packaging them up for sale.
- Organized work area to maintain a clean and safe environment at all times.
- Operated dishwashers, autoclaves, pH meters, scales and mixers.
- Used dishwashers, brooms, mops, rags and sanitizer to clean kitchen appliances and equipment as well as floors and preparation services following food safety requirements.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
Baker
BJ's Wholesale
Blakely, GA
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Rotated stock as needed to keep freshness intact.
Overnight Service Attendant
Sodexo Delta Skyclub
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Maintained cleanliness of store by sweeping floors, dusting shelves, cleaning windows and organizing stockroom.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials such as chemicals or cleaners.
- Assisted maintaining cleanliness of facility by reducing waste and cleaning tasks.
Kitchen Helper
Cottonwood Estates Retirment Senior Living
Alpharetta, GA
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Assisted patients with special needs to eat meals, providing kindness and patience.
- Stocked food and other supplies for main kitchen and units.
Prep Cook
Olive Garden
Dunwoody, GA
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
Bakery Wrapper
Costco Wholesale Corp
Dunwoody, GA
11.2017 - 11.2017
- Maintained cleanliness of bakery by sweeping and mopping floors, wiping down counters, and sanitizing equipment.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner to ensure satisfaction with their shopping experience.
- Inspected baked goods for freshness and quality assurance before packaging them for sale.
- Weighed ingredients accurately according to recipes to ensure consistent product quality.
- Wrapped bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes, and cookies individually or in packages for sale.
- Assisted bakers with the preparation of doughs and batters for baking products.
- Stocked shelves with freshly baked goods while rotating older items to maintain inventory levels.
- Organized work area regularly including restocking supplies, cleaning surfaces, and disposing of waste materials safely.
Education
Associate of Arts - Baking And Pastry Arts
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA06-2019
High School Diploma -
Early County High School
Blakely, GA05-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Edward Waters College
Jacksonville, FLSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
American Intercontinental University
Atlanta,GeorgiaSkills
- Food Handling Safety
- Food Preparation
- Meal Planning
- Customer Service
- Flexible Schedule
- Sanitization
- Food Safety
- Computer Skills
- Time Management
- Restaurant Experience
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Dietary Guidelines
- Nutrition
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
Certification
- Serv Safe Certification
Timeline
Dietary Aide/Dietary Cook
LifeBrite Community Hospital of Early
10.2023 - Current
Housekeeper
Days Inn By Wyndham Donalsonville
06.2023 - 08.2023
Line Cook
One Flew South Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport
01.2023 - 03.2023
Line Cook
Gordon Biersch Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport
08.2022 - 12.2022
Baker
BJ's Wholesale
10.2020 - 11.2020
Overnight Service Attendant
Sodexo Delta Skyclub
09.2020 - 10.2022
Overnight Prep/Silverware Roller/Pantry Cook
P.F. Chang's Bistro-Atlanta Airport
10.2019 - 05.2022
Kitchen Helper
Cottonwood Estates Retirment Senior Living
06.2018 - 07.2018
Prep Cook
Olive Garden
04.2018 - 07.2018
Bakery Wrapper
Costco Wholesale Corp
11.2017 - 11.2017
Associate of Arts - Baking And Pastry Arts
The Art Institute of Atlanta
High School Diploma -
Early County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Edward Waters College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
American Intercontinental University