Jennifer Williams
Delta,Alabama
Summary
Experienced food service and operations professional with strengths in menu pricing, inventory ordering, team supervision, customer service, and food safety. Known for keeping daily operations organized, efficient, and on schedule.
Known for working hard with a team and following instructions well. Being on time is late and Being early is on time. Giving 150% to every task. Love for learning and growing in a different field or area in the Kitchen. Works great with a team, and love encouraging my team. To put simply, I love to cook and be organized. I love seeing people work well together, find their groove and make people happy with food.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Jennifer Bakes
Delta, AL
10.2000 - Current
- Developed menu and price list tailored to local economy and customer preferences.
- Scheduled inventory orders to ensure timely supply availability.
- Created purchase orders to replenish stock levels.
- Ordered supplies to ensure operational continuity and meet daily demand.
- Managed payment transactions to ensure accuracy and streamline financial processes.
Third Shift Cook
Clay County Hospital
Ashland , AL
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Cooked a variety of dinner items in accordance with dietary guidelines, supporting patient health and recovery.
- Prepared patient meals according to hospital recipes and specific diet orders, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Adhered to food safety protocols during meal preparation and service, contributing to a safe dining environment.
- Monitored oven, stove, and warmer temperatures during daily cooking tasks.
- Prepared desserts and snacks for Nursing Home residents.
Cashier
Econ Gas Station
Uriah, Alabama
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Processed cash, card, and fuel transactions at convenience store checkout.
- Greeted customers and provided information on products and fuel services to enhance customer experience.
- Balanced register drawer and ensured accuracy of daily cash to maintain financial integrity.
- Verified customer age for tobacco and lottery purchases according to store policy.
- Processed price updates, returns, and payment corrections to ensure efficient transactions.
- Maintained purchase records and organized checkout area during restocking.
- Work with station staff on restocking and customer service needs.
- Assisted customers by phone with store operations, product information, and order placement.
- Prepared cooked breakfast, lunch, and dinner items.
- Adhered to all food handling and safety guidelines.
Lunchroom Manager / Elementary Janitor
Escambia Academy
Canoe , AL
08.2014 - 11.2017
- Supervised student behavior in school lunchroom during daily meal periods.
- Monitored cafeteria safety and enforced lunchroom rules with consistent presence.
- Directed meal line flow and guided students to seating areas.
- Ensured that students were served meals quickly and efficiently.
- Prepared and served food according to health and nutrition standards, ensuring high levels of sanitation.
- Evaluated the quality of food products received from suppliers before accepting delivery.
- Interacted with vendors to negotiate prices for food items purchased by the school district.
- Hosted and managed periodic special school or extracurricular events held in the lunchroom.
- Prepared daily reports outlining sales figures, inventory levels, staffing requirements.
- Maintained accurate financial records for cafeteria purchases, supporting budget management for the school district.
- Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
- Conducted regular inventories of kitchen equipment, tools, and utensils.
- Reported maintenance needs or repairs promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their children's dietary needs and allergies.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization throughout the elementary school, contributing to a positive learning environment.
- Executed safety protocols established by Headmaster to ensure student well-being.
Manager/Cook
Cotton Patch Cafe
Uriah, AL
07.2006 - 09.2010
- Supported Cotton Patch Cafe floor operations and guest service standards.
- Managed staff schedules, break coverage, and daily shift assignments.
- Trained team members on service steps and restaurant procedures to enhance service quality.
- Tracked food quality, plating, and order accuracy.
- Coordinated kitchen communication during peak service periods to ensure smooth operations.
- Kept cleanliness, safety, and sanitation practices in place during every shift.
- Completed opening, closing, and shift change duties to support daily operational standards.
- Assigned tasks to team members based on strengths and current workload. to associates based on skill level and workload needs.
- Provided leadership during organizational change and crisis situations.
- Helped recruit and hire qualified candidates for open roles.
- Prepared menu items according to kitchen standards and recipe specifications.
- Monitored food safety practices across prep, storage, and cooking areas.
- Coordinated daily kitchen workflow during busy service periods.
- Restocked ingredients and kept prep stations organized throughout shifts.
- Plated dishes with consistent presentation for restaurant service.
- Operated grills, ovens, fryers, and other kitchen equipment safely.
- Carried pans and trays of food between work stations, the stove, and the refrigerator.
- Set up and completed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Managed advanced thawing procedures for food items, ensuring optimal quality and safety. and food prep for upcoming meals.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to reduce risk of salmonella and other food-borne illness.
Education
High School Diploma -
J.U. Blacksher High School
Uriah, AL05-1998
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Inventory ordering
- Order management
- Restaurant operations
- Staff management
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Third Shift Cook
Clay County Hospital
11.2022 - 02.2023
Cashier
Econ Gas Station
08.2018 - 11.2020
Lunchroom Manager / Elementary Janitor
Escambia Academy
08.2014 - 11.2017
Manager/Cook
Cotton Patch Cafe
07.2006 - 09.2010
Owner
Jennifer Bakes
10.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
J.U. Blacksher High School