Joshua Coffey
South Shore,KY
Summary
Detail-oriented dietary cook with extensive experience in meal preparation and food safety. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams and train staff, resulting in streamlined kitchen operations. Enhanced resident satisfaction through customized dietary solutions tailored to individual needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Cook
Journey Skilled Nursing
Vanceburg, Kentucky
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Cooked and served meals adhering to planned menus, recipes, and portion control.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to tailor meals that meet residents' special dietary needs.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of kitchen equipment and work areas to uphold health standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards and surfaces to prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored food storage procedures to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Oversaw inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients to support seamless meal preparation.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper food preparation techniques.
Dietary Cook
Hill View Retirement Community
Portsmouth, Ohio
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Coordinated with nursing staff to customize meal plans addressing special dietary needs of residents.
- Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Cooked and served meals according to planned menus, recipes, and temperature control procedures.
- Monitored food storage procedures to guarantee compliance with health standards and safeguard resident health.
- Ensured proper storage of prepared foods at appropriate temperatures.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of kitchen equipment and work areas to promote a hygienic cooking environment.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Communicated effectively with staff regarding dietary needs and requests.
Assistant Manager
Dakota's Roadhouse
Chillicothe, Ohio
11.2005 - 01.2020
- Streamlined inventory processes to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Implemented health and safety protocols for kitchen operations.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, including staff scheduling and shift assignments.
- Trained new employees on service standards and menu details.
- Managed cash handling procedures and reconciled daily sales reports.
- Facilitated communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
- Oversaw customer service initiatives to enhance dining experiences.
- Resolved conflicts among team members effectively.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Biological And Physical Sciences
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH09-2002
Skills
- Nutritional planning
- Food safety standards
- Meal preparation
- Effective communication
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Dietary modifications
- Time management
- Training and development
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Data entry
- Team management
- Problem resolution
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Networking
- PPE compliance
- Telephone etiquette
- Organization
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification -National Restaurant Association
Timeline
Dietary Cook
Journey Skilled Nursing
06.2024 - Current
Dietary Cook
Hill View Retirement Community
05.2022 - 06.2024
Assistant Manager
Dakota's Roadhouse
11.2005 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Biological And Physical Sciences
Shawnee State University