Jessica Wilson
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Kentucky Fried Chicken, excelling in food safety oversight and staff management. Proven track record in optimizing kitchen operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Adept at multitasking and organization, with a strong focus on quality and efficiency in food preparation. Passionate about food. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences. I will lead my team by example to ensure a collaborative effort in providing unparalleled service.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Clarkson Health Care
Rapid City, SD
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals following dietary guidelines and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
Assistant General Manager
Moes Southwest And Grill
Champaign, IL
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Coordinated scheduling for front-of-house and back-of-house staff to maintain efficient workflow.
- Analyzed sales reports to identify trends, adjusting strategies to maximize revenue potential.
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
- Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
Kitchen Manager
School of Mines /Sodexo Food Service
Rapid City, SD
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory control, minimizing waste while maintaining product quality and availability.
- Trained staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for efficient kitchen workflows.
Prep/cook
Wesleyan University/ Sodexo Food Service
Bloomington, IL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared ingredients and meals in accordance with safety and sanitation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper functionality and maintenance.
- Facilitated meal preparation processes to enhance kitchen efficiency.
- Advanced to lead cook at designated station. Oversaw wok station operations, specializing in pasta dish preparation. Managed taco bar service and additional culinary offerings.
- Managed inventory by tracking stock levels and preventing waste through efficient preparation techniques.
- Served over 500 students
General Manager
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Bloomington, IL
03.2018 - 08.2022
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented staff training programs to enhance team performance and operational standards.
- Developed and enforced standard operating procedures for food safety and quality control.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize inventory management and reduce waste in product offerings.
- Managed budgeting processes, contributing to cost reduction and improved financial performance.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective team leadership and conflict resolution strategies.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
- Oversaw store cleanliness and adherence to safety procedures to ensure compliance with health inspections.
Cook
Amber Glen
Urbana, IL
2014 - 02.2018
- Prepared and cooked meals following standardized recipes and dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure food safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies, and minimizing waste effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize meal service efficiency during peak hours.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and dietary restrictions while ensuring quality results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High
Champaign, IL05-2010
Skills
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Cooking techniques
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food handler certification
- ServSafe certified
- Food safety oversight
- Staff management
- Operations management
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
Timeline
Cook
Clarkson Health Care
10.2025 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Moes Southwest And Grill
06.2024 - 06.2025
Kitchen Manager
School of Mines /Sodexo Food Service
10.2023 - 05.2024
Prep/cook
Wesleyan University/ Sodexo Food Service
08.2022 - 05.2023
General Manager
Kentucky Fried Chicken
03.2018 - 08.2022
Cook
Amber Glen
2014 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Central High