Kalieanne Blankenship
Silverfork Loge
3027 Martha St, Simsboro, LA 71275,LA
6
years of professional experience
Dynamic food preparation professional with a proven track record at Silverfork Lodge, excelling in kitchen organization and sanitation practices. Recognized for optimizing ingredient usage and enhancing meal consistency while demonstrating strong teamwork and customer service skills. Highly motivated to contribute to culinary excellence and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Food Prep Cooking Assistant
5 Years 7 Months- Assisted with food preparation, following recipe instructions and kitchen safety standards.
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and portioning items for efficient line service.
- Maintained clean workstations, sanitized tools, and supported food safety compliance.
- Organized refrigerated and dry storage areas to preserve freshness and reduce waste.
- Supported cooks by restocking supplies, utensils, and prepped menu components during service.
- Followed portioning guidelines to ensure consistency in meals and plated items.
- Monitored prep inventory and communicated shortages to kitchen leadership promptly.
- Adapted quickly to lodge kitchen routines while completing routine prep tasks accurately.
- Completed prep work ahead of schedule during busy shifts to help reduce wait times for customers.
- Operated various kitchen equipment safely such as grills, ovens, fryers, and mixers for optimal results in meal preparation.
- Managed portion control effectively to maintain consistency in serving sizes while reducing food costs.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Kept accurate inventory records to ensure sufficient stock levels and minimize spoilage.
- Optimized ingredient usage by carefully following recipes and measuring components accurately.
- Consistently met or exceeded food safety standards through diligent adherence to sanitation protocols while handling raw materials and cooking utensils.
Supervisor
2 Years 6 Months- Supervised daily hotel operations to maintain guest service standards and smooth shift coverage.
- Coordinated front desk and housekeeping teams to support timely room readiness and check-in flow.
- Trained staff on brand procedures, service expectations, and workplace safety requirements.
- Resolved guest concerns promptly to protect satisfaction and service recovery outcomes.
- Managed schedules and task assignments to balance staffing needs across departments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Vegetable cutting
Knife skills
Cooking techniques
Sanitation practices
Food presentation
Meat cutting
Food storage
Salad preparation
Cleaning and organization
Quick-learning
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Time management
Highly motivated
Attention to detail
Cleaning and sanitizing
Team collaboration
Active listener
Kitchen organization
Heavy lifting
Food preparation
Safe food handling
Timeline
Supervisor
Supper 8
11.2019 - 05.2022Read More
Food Prep Cooking Assistant
Silverfork Loge
01.2019 - 08.2024Read More
Olympus
High School Diploma
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