Jameelah Blackston
Oakland,CA
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic person
trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated [Industry] professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Lake Merritt Nursing Home
Oakland, CA
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
Head Chef Coordinator
A-Z COOKING
Oakland, CA
11.2017 - Current
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
- Increased kitchen efficiency [Number]% by streamlining processes, reducing waste and mentoring team members on proper procedures.
Event Coordinator
Local Staffing Agency
Oakland, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Planned large-scale events such as trade shows, conferences, and meetings.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
Cook
Redwood Nursing Home
Oakland, CA
10.2018 - 10.2022
- 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.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Cook
Princeton Nursing Home
Oakland, CA
02.2018 - 06.2020
- 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.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Cook Supervisor
Lena Soulfood
Oakland, CA
06.2014 - 08.2019
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
Education
Cert.fundamentals of Food Service Culinary Arts - Food And Nutrition
Berkeley Adult School
Berkeley, CA11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Heald College - Central Administrative Office
Walnut Creek, CA06.2014
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- New Recipe Creation
- Mixing Dishes
- Bulk Food Preparation
- Proper Food Storage
- Purchasing and Receiving
- Product Rotations
- Contemporary Sauce Work
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Cooking and Baking
- Ingredient Selection
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- Timely Food Delivery
- Menu Planning
- Dish Preparation
- Guest Satisfaction
- Food Safety and Quality
- Hospitality Management
- Disciplinary Action
- Chopping Vegetables
- Machinery Upkeep
- Reading Comprehension
- Dietary Restrictions
- Ingredient Restocking
- Food Rotation
- Staff Meetings
- Safety and Sanitation Standards
- Proper Food Temperatures
- Attentive to Detail
- Counter Sanitization
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Food Handlers Certification
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Food Production Scheduling
Timeline
Cook
Lake Merritt Nursing Home
08.2022 - Current
Cook
Redwood Nursing Home
10.2018 - 10.2022
Cook
Princeton Nursing Home
02.2018 - 06.2020
Head Chef Coordinator
A-Z COOKING
11.2017 - Current
Event Coordinator
Local Staffing Agency
01.2016 - Current
Cook Supervisor
Lena Soulfood
06.2014 - 08.2019
Cert.fundamentals of Food Service Culinary Arts - Food And Nutrition
Berkeley Adult School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Heald College - Central Administrative Office
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