Kanosha Patton
Birmingham
Summary
Skilled Cook Supervisor with experience in managing kitchen staff, planning menus and overseeing food preparation. Strengths include budgeting, maintaining safety regulations and sourcing high-quality ingredients. Previous roles have benefited from improved efficiency, enhanced team collaboration and refined culinary techniques. Team-oriented prep cook with several years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly.
I'm also a Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules. Compassionate Behavioral Aide recognized for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and individualized support planning. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Aide
Therapeutic Specialists of Alabama
Birmingham
01.2024 - Current
- Supported individuals with behavioral challenges through tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement personalized education plans.
- Assisted in crisis management to ensure a safe environment.
- Documented behavioral observations for progress tracking and reporting.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities to promote social skills.
- Maintained communication with families regarding client well-being and behavior.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oak knoll health and rehabilitation
Birmingham
01.2013 - 09.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients in need.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
- Followed safety protocols while handling medical equipment and supplies.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Delivery Driver
DHR International
Birmingham
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Navigated designated routes to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Loaded and unloaded packages efficiently to maintain workflow and safety standards.
- Inspected vehicles daily for maintenance needs and safety compliance.
- Communicated with dispatch to report delays or changes in delivery schedules.
- Followed traffic laws and company policies to ensure safe driving practices.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and resolved issues related to deliveries.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including logs and receipts.
Cook
Arabella Health and Wellness
Birmingham
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared and cooked various menu items according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards and adhered to health regulations consistently.
- Assisted in inventory management, including ordering and restocking supplies.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Developed new recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Cook
Perkins Management Services
Fairfield
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Prepared and cooked various menu items according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards and adhered to health regulations consistently.
- Assisted in inventory management, including ordering and restocking supplies.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Developed new recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Anchored Care
Birmingham
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients in need.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
- Followed safety protocols while handling medical equipment and supplies.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Kitchen Supervisor Cook
Aramark
Birmingham
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for kitchen operations.
- Trained new employees on food safety and kitchen procedures for compliance.
- Coordinated daily food production schedules to meet service demands effectively.
- Implemented sanitation practices to uphold health regulations and cleanliness standards.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on seasonal ingredients and availability.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance issues promptly for repairs.
- Facilitated communication between kitchen team and front-of-house staff to enhance service flow.
- Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by delegating tasks appropriately among staff members.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
Cook
Compass Group USA
Birmingham
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Prepared and cooked various menu items according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety standards and adhered to health regulations consistently.
- Assisted in inventory management, including ordering and restocking supplies.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Developed new recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to manage special dietary requests efficiently.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
Birmingham
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Operated warehouse equipment safely to assist in inventory management.
- Picked and packed customer orders efficiently for timely delivery.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline fulfillment processes.
- Inspected products for quality assurance before shipping to customers.
- Organized and replenished stock in designated storage areas regularly.
- Assisted in training new associates on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding workflow and inventory needs.
Cook/Prep Manager
Deermans BBQ
Birmingham
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepared various barbecue dishes following established recipes and techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in training new cooks on cooking procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored food quality to ensure compliance with health standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently manage meal preparation during peak hours.
- Managed inventory of ingredients, ensuring freshness and proper storage practices.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, smokers, and fryers.
- Implemented time-saving techniques to streamline food preparation processes for events.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Inbound Receiver
Patterson Logistics
Birmingham
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Organized inventory in designated storage areas for easy access.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse safely.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during receiving operations.
- Documented discrepancies in shipments and reported to supervisors promptly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Martin in the Pines
Birmingham
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records systems.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients in need.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
- Followed safety protocols while handling medical equipment and supplies.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ensley High School
Birmingham, AL05-2000
Skills
- Behavioral interventions
- Crisis management
- Progress documentation
- Personalized education plans
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient care coordination
- Health education
- Inventory management
- Client assessment
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Patience and tact
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Behavioral Aide
Therapeutic Specialists of Alabama
01.2024 - Current
Cook
Arabella Health and Wellness
10.2023 - 03.2024
Cook
Perkins Management Services
02.2023 - 11.2023
Delivery Driver
DHR International
11.2022 - 01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Anchored Care
02.2022 - 07.2022
Kitchen Supervisor Cook
Aramark
01.2022 - 07.2022
Cook
Compass Group USA
06.2020 - 09.2021
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
03.2020 - 06.2020
Cook/Prep Manager
Deermans BBQ
03.2018 - 07.2018
Inbound Receiver
Patterson Logistics
11.2017 - 03.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Martin in the Pines
11.2017 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oak knoll health and rehabilitation
01.2013 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Ensley High School