Jennifer Robinson
Summary
Head Cook experienced in managing large kitchen operations and staff. Achieved cost control and waste reduction through effective monitoring of purchasing, staffing, and inventory processes. Focused on delivering high-quality meals while adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Cook
Flying biscuits cafe
Richmond
04.2023 - 03.2026
- Led kitchen staff to optimize daily operations and enhance team efficiency.
- Created innovative menu items using seasonal ingredients to meet customer preferences.
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
- Tracked food inventory and placed supply orders to maintain stock levels.
- Coordinated with front-of-house team to streamline service flow and improve guest experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas.
Cook Shift Leader
Buckingham Senior living
Houston
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Supervised kitchen staff to enhance meal preparation and service efficiency.
- Coordinated daily kitchen operations to uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
- Trained new cooks on food handling techniques to ensure compliance and safety.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, techniques, and proper equipment usage.
- Managed inventory levels and assisted with ordering food supplies as needed.
- Developed meal plans in collaboration with dietary staff for resident preferences.
- Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
- Inspected equipment and ensured it was properly maintained by kitchen staff.
Education
Willowridge High School
Missouri City , TxSkills
- Food safety compliance
- Food safety
- Food safety procedures
- Sanitation standards
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Sanitation management
- Inventory control
- Inventory replenishment
- Kitchen management
- Kitchen operations management
- Menu development
- Menu planning
- Menu recipes
- Recipe creation
- Recipe development
- Cooking
- Culinary techniques
- Baking and pastry
- Grilling techniques
- Sauce making
- Food presentation
- Food storage
- Special diets
- Allergen management
- Food allergy safety
- Order delivery practices
- Cost control
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Training staff
- Restaurant operations
- Special events
- Knife skills
- Sauce making
- Create recipes
Certification
- Food handler license
- TBA license
- TWIC card
Timeline
Head Cook
Flying biscuits cafe
04.2023 - 03.2026
Cook Shift Leader
Buckingham Senior living
01.2018 - 06.2021
Willowridge High School