Jessie Oakland
Ocala,FL
Summary
Proven leader in kitchen management, I excelled at Aramark/Chartwells by enhancing staff performance and reducing waste, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and staff training skills. Implemented rigorous sanitation standards, achieving significant improvements in food safety compliance and operational efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Kitchen Manager
Aramark/ Chartwells ( Compass Group)
04.2006 - 06.2024
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, providing feedback and opportunities for growth within the company.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous learning and professional development, encouraging staff members to pursue additional certifications or training opportunities within the hospitality industry.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and recipe execution for consistent results across the team.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, adhering to strict safety and hygiene standards.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory management and storage practices.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant health codes, licensing regulations, and industry best practices through ongoing education and training initiatives for the entire team.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Cake Decorator
The Candy Jar
10.1988 - 06.1993
- Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
- Assisted customers with selecting suitable cake designs based on their preferences, demonstrating excellent listening skills and attention to detail.
- Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders, and ordering conflicts.
- Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict food safety guidelines and ensuring overall quality control.
- Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Community College of RI
Lincoln, RI1982
High School Diploma -
North Attleboro High School
North Attleboro, MA06.1980
Skills
- Scheduling Staff
- Sanitation Standards
- Kitchen Operations
- Food presentation
- Food Safety Compliance
- Waste Reduction
- Ordering Supplies
- Nutrition knowledge
- Food Allergies Awareness
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Verbal and written communication
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Safe Food Handling
- Staff Training and Development
- Kitchen Equipment Maintenance
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Kitchen Management
- Staff Management
- Food plating and presentation
- Inventory Management
- Product Rotation
Timeline
Lead Kitchen Manager
Aramark/ Chartwells ( Compass Group)
04.2006 - 06.2024
Cake Decorator
The Candy Jar
10.1988 - 06.1993
No Degree - Accounting
Community College of RI
High School Diploma -
North Attleboro High School
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