Jada Read
Eva,AL
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I am a organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
The Terrace At Priceville
Priceville Al.
08.2021 - Current
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping in as acting kitchen manager during periods of personnel absence or transition.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Cook
Redstone Village
Huntsville, AL
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- 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.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Food Service Director
The Terrace At Priceville
Priceville Al.
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed budgets effectively, controlling costs through efficient inventory management and supplier negotiations.
- Oversaw daily operations in the kitchen, ensuring timely meal preparation and delivery for large-scale events or busy dining periods.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with all health department regulations.
- Monitored food quality and freshness during all stages of preparation, storage, and service to ensure consistently excellent dining experiences for guests.
- Increased employee engagement by fostering positive relationships among team members and addressing concerns proactively.
- Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.
- Assisted in marketing efforts for special events or promotions to drive increased revenue for the food service department.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop cross-functional partnerships that improved overall facility operations and efficiency.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Server/Cook
The Terrace At Priceville
Priceville Al.
07.2013 - 02.2015
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Education
High School Diploma -
Priceville High School
Decatur, AL05.2012
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Food Safety
- Crew training
- Employee Supervision
- Scheduling
- Food inventory management
- Special diets
- Large-scale food preparation
- Cost Reduction
- Emergency protocols
- Work Delegation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Verbal and written communication
- Inventory Control
- Cooking
- Food Storage
- Decision-Making
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Vendor relationships
- Supply Ordering
Timeline
Lead Cook
The Terrace At Priceville
08.2021 - Current
Cook
Redstone Village
06.2017 - 08.2021
Food Service Director
The Terrace At Priceville
02.2015 - 06.2017
Server/Cook
The Terrace At Priceville
07.2013 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Priceville High School