Cook Foreman at Cherokee Nation with proven expertise in supervising food preparation and enhancing team performance. Skilled in employee scheduling and inventory management, I successfully improved participant satisfaction by promptly resolving complaints. A strong leader, I fostered a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Foreman
Cherokee Nation
04.2018 - Current
Managing 15 nutrition centers with a team of 15 employees..
Analyze and process on weekly grocery receipts and monthly invoices for 15 nutrition center. Recorded on excel spread sheet.
Analyzed and report on monthly meals total for 3000 + patrons, recorded on excel spread sheet.
Monitored cash intake and deposit records.
Review and approve timesheets for a team of 13 employees, ensuring all hours and leave requests are accurately recorded before payroll processing.
Managed inventory, coordinating supply orders to maintain stock levels.
Developed monthly menus
Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and best practices.
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment to enhance
Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Improved participants satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
Assisted in recruiting, interviewing to new hires, and hiring for cook 1 position.
Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during vacation or medical leave.
Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
Teachers Aide
Marble City Public School
08.2005 - 05.2017
Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management to enhance student learning experiences.
Supported students with special needs through individualized attention and tailored instructional strategies.
Collaborated with educators to develop and implement effective teaching materials and resources.
Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform instructional adjustments.
Education
Bachelor's in General Studies - American of Indian Studies
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
05-2015
Associate of Arts - Education
Carl Albert
Sallisaw, OK
05-2005
Skills
Supervising food prep
Employee scheduling
Food preparation supervision
Supplies purchasing
Timesheet organization
Decision-making
Team leadership
Staff supervision
Employee performance evaluation
Certification
Cherokee Language Teaching Certificate, Cherokee Nation -
Languages
Cherokee
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook Foreman
Cherokee Nation
04.2018 - Current
Teachers Aide
Marble City Public School
08.2005 - 05.2017
Bachelor's in General Studies - American of Indian Studies