Detail-oriented cook with expertise in inventory management, sanitation enforcement, and customer service. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety while effectively training kitchen staff and interacting with customers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Cedar Hill Assisted Living
Bark River
04.2025 - Current
Prepared meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences of residents.
Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area at all times.
Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies and ingredients.
Followed food safety guidelines to ensure proper handling and storage of ingredients.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
Sales Associate
Dunham's Sports
Escanaba
12.2024 - 04.2025
Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
Assisted customers with inquiries and provided product information.
Managed cash drawer and ensured accurate cash handling procedures.
Resolved customer complaints and addressed concerns promptly.
Participated in training sessions to improve product knowledge and service skills.
Greeted customers and provided friendly customer service.
Collected credit card and cash payments to complete transactions for customer orders.
Answered incoming phone calls from customers regarding product availability or store locations.
Stocked shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise.
Cook
Pinecrest Medical Care Facility
Powers
02.2022 - 06.2024
Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area at all times.
Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies and ingredients.
Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
Marengo, OH
06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology
Bay Community College
Escanaba, MI
Skills
Inventory management
Kitchen equipment operation
Customer service
Sanitation enforcement
Cash handling
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Time management
Effective planner
Affiliations
In my free time I enjoy fishing, as well as tearing apart or rebuilding anything I can get a hold of, to put the two together, as an example, a built the boat that I use from the aluminum up in my garage.