Jayna Brown
Meriden
Summary
Detail-oriented culinary professional with a strong background in high-volume food production and kitchen operations. Successfully collaborated with culinary and service teams to enhance guest satisfaction through exceptional food quality and presentation while adhering to food safety standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Cook
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Wallingford
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Execute high-volume banquet food production for weddings, corporate events, and conferences.
- Collaborated with culinary and front-of-house teams to deliver timely and accurate service for high-volume events.
- Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to food safety standards.
- Worked with chef to ensure dishes met presentation and taste standards while adhering to service timelines.
- Supported inventory control and portion management, contributing to effective waste reduction initiatives.
- Operated cooking equipment in a safe and efficient manner. following safety and sanitation standards.
Sous Chef/ Kitchen Manager
Spelunkers
Southington
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring organized workflow and compliance with sanitation standards.
- Collaborated in menu development and prepared scratch-made dishes, enhancing menu diversity.
- Enforced food safety regulations and proper storage procedures.
- Supported service operations, consistently delivering high-quality dishes and fostering customer satisfaction.
PM Chef
Holiday by Atria
Branford
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Executed meals following standardized recipes and portion controls to ensure consistency and quality.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation compliance, maintaining thorough documentation to meet regulatory standards.
- Presented meals professionally and incorporated resident feedback to enhance dining experience.
Rounds Cook
ESPN
Bristol
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared and served food items according to established recipes and quality standards, ensuring consistent flavor and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen, ensuring proper food storage and adherence to health regulations.
- Operated kitchen equipment to support daily operations, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment.
Line Cook/Banquet Cook
Courtyard by Marriott
Waterbury
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Coordinated food preparation and delivery for banquet service operations, contributing to seamless service and positive dining experiences.
- Prepared food items in high-volume environment, ensuring adherence to recipes and presentation standards to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, organized workstations, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wilby
Waterbury, CT06-2019
Bachelor's Degree - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RISkills
- High-volume food production
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Menu Execution
- Food Preparation
- Banquet Service
- Inventory Control
- Kitchen Organization
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Menu Development
- Guest Satisfaction
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Banquet Cook
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
09.2025 - 04.2026
Sous Chef/ Kitchen Manager
Spelunkers
06.2025 - 09.2025
PM Chef
Holiday by Atria
12.2024 - 06.2025
Rounds Cook
ESPN
09.2023 - 12.2024
Line Cook/Banquet Cook
Courtyard by Marriott
01.2023 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Wilby
Bachelor's Degree - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University