Jearneitha King
Huntingdon,Tennessee
Summary
Committed Lead Cook with 20 years of kitchen experience. Focused on planning creative menus and staying exceptionally calm and efficient in high-stress situations. Competent at monitoring employee safety and training new employees on safety and kitchen standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
Northwest Tennessee Economic Development
02.2005 - Current
- Enhance kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Reduce food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
- Maintain a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Develop innovative seasonal menus that cater to diverse dietary needs and preferences, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Oversee proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks.
- Consistently met or exceed health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Inspect freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintain daily paperwork to be submitted to USDA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN02.2024
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - McKenzie
Mckenzie, TN03.2002
High School Diploma -
Bruceton Central High
Bruceton, TN05.1985
Skills
- Spoilage Prevention
- Food Processing
- Large-Scale Food Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Food Inventory Management
- Employee Supervision
- Meal Preparation
- Cost Reduction
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
- Certified Lead Cook, Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Counsel -20 years
Timeline
Lead Cook
Northwest Tennessee Economic Development
02.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - McKenzie
High School Diploma -
Bruceton Central High
- Certified Lead Cook, Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Counsel -20 years
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