Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Jessica Higgins

Jessica Higgins

Chef
Greensboro,U.S. State Of Georgia

Summary

A certified chef with over 6 + years of experience have worked with 5 start hotel also luxury hotel in the culinary industry .Culinary expert in Italian,French Jamaican dishes and other cuisine. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Ritz-Carlton Hotel,
1 Lake Oconee Trial Greensboro, 30642
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Shocking of oyster,working the hot line preparing meal ,assist in menu planning .
  • Preparing pasta ,lobster,sauces
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Apart of new restaurant opening
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.

Chef

The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
81 Knutsford Blvd Kingston 5, Jamaica
02.2019 - 04.2023

Clean food preparation areas as determined by law and company policy .

Prepares foods to the specifications of the guest .

Preparing different cuisine dishes.

Prep items for order sheet and dishes.

  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.

Chef

Winchester Deli And Fine Dinning
3A Winchester Road, Kingston Jamaica
06.2016 - 01.2019
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Assisted the head chef in creating menu items ans recipes.
  • Ensure high food quality especially taste,temperature and presentation.
  • Prepare and set up food for side orders.

Chef/Server

Bocaditos Restaurant
Kingston Jamaican
11.2015 - 04.2016
  • Consistently maintained a positive attitude under pressure, fostering a supportive team environment within the kitchen staff.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Assist with the preparation and /or service of breakfast ,lunches and dinner.
  • Serving of meals to guest at catering events.

F&B

Truly Fruitrageous Jamaica
Kingston Jamaican
04.2012 - 10.2015
  • Contributed to increased team efficiency by effectively communicating with fellow servers and support staff.
  • Prepare and serve blended juice.
  • Provide customer with great service.
  • Serve meals,hot and cold beverage and clearing table in a timely manner.

Dining Room /Supervisor /Dinning Room /Supervisor /Cook Shift Leader

Cannon Ball Cafe And Restaurant
184,8 Constant Spring Rd,Kingston,Jamaica
05.2008 - 06.2011
  • Communicated effectively with dining staff and guests alike to promote adherence to dining room policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Trained, managed and scheduled dining staff, distributing hours, and assignments to leverage strengths of individual team members.
  • Circulated throughout dining room to assess general
  • satisfaction of guests and identify appropriate opportunities to ask guests about dining experiences.
  • Coordinated high-quality dining services to meet or exceed guest expectations, enforcing quality standards and facilitating smooth operations.
  • Supervising the daily operations of the dinning room making sure staffs provide excellent service and adhere to company's policies.

Education

Level 3 Diploma in CFP (Chef De Partie) - Commercial Food Preparation

HEART/NSTA Trust Boys Town Vocational Centre , 6 Collie Smith, , Jamaica
09.2018

CFP - Pastry Baking

Heart/NSTA Trinity Moravian Skill T Center, 29 Montgomery Av. Parish. Kingston
01.2018

Level 2 Certificate in CFP (Commis Chef) - Commercial Food Preparation

HEART/NSTA Trust Boys Town Vocational Center, 6 Collie Smith , Central Rd,Kingston,Jamaica
01.2014

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Knowledge of heat control and baking technique
  • committed to work
  • Ability to concentrate on food quality
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Sanitation Practices

Timeline

Chef - Ritz-Carlton Hotel,
04.2023 - 04.2024
Chef - The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
02.2019 - 04.2023
Chef - Winchester Deli And Fine Dinning
06.2016 - 01.2019
Chef/Server - Bocaditos Restaurant
11.2015 - 04.2016
F&B - Truly Fruitrageous Jamaica
04.2012 - 10.2015
Dining Room /Supervisor /Dinning Room /Supervisor /Cook Shift Leader - Cannon Ball Cafe And Restaurant
05.2008 - 06.2011
HEART/NSTA Trust Boys Town Vocational Centre - Level 3 Diploma in CFP (Chef De Partie), Commercial Food Preparation
Heart/NSTA Trinity Moravian Skill T Center - CFP, Pastry Baking
HEART/NSTA Trust Boys Town Vocational Center - Level 2 Certificate in CFP (Commis Chef), Commercial Food Preparation
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