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Karen Green

Karen Green

Leesburg,FL

Summary

Hardworking Cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Service Cook

Lake County Jail
Tavares , FL
11.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items according to recipes or individual requirements.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area, including all cooking surfaces, utensils, equipment, and refrigerators.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared in accordance with established safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
  • Stored foods in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Monitored stock levels of kitchen supplies and food items.
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely service during peak hours in a fast-paced setting.
  • Communicated effectively with other culinary staff members regarding daily operations.

Direct Support Professional/Cook

Golden Gateways Corp.
Clermont , FL
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.

Food Service/Cook

PAM Health
Tavares , FL
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as stocking inventory and checking temperature logs.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations and restaurant policies.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared in accordance with established safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area, including all cooking surfaces, utensils, equipment, and refrigerators.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.

Food Service/Cook

Lake County Jail
Tavares , FL
02.2018 - 04.2023
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items according to recipes or individual requirements.
  • Assisted in portioning meals for large groups as needed.
  • Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
  • Kept records of the quantities of food used.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items including ingredients used for preparation.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.

Non-Medical Driver

Nature Coast EMS
12.2015 - 08.2017
  • Assisted in the transportation of patients to and from medical appointments.
  • Provided safe, timely and reliable non-emergency medical transportation services.
  • Monitored patient vital signs during transport including oxygen saturation levels, blood pressure, pulse rate and respirations.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, family members and healthcare staff regarding patient care needs.
  • Utilized appropriate equipment such as lifts, ramps, wheelchairs and other specialized devices safely when transferring patients between vehicles and locations.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures related to patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.

Cook/Customer Service Representative

Teddy’s Party Rentals
Christiansted , USVI
01.2003 - 06.2013
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Fielded customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking for problem resolution.
  • Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
  • Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
St. Croix, VI
06-1997

Skills

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, and Power point
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Quick Learner with the ability to put new concepts into practice
  • Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team
  • Recipe-Based Cooking
  • Food Preparation
  • Storage Organization
  • Cooking Techniques
  • Portion Control
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Food Presentation
  • Dish Preparation

References

[Available upon request.]

Timeline

Food Service Cook

Lake County Jail
11.2023 - Current

Direct Support Professional/Cook

Golden Gateways Corp.
08.2023 - 01.2024

Food Service/Cook

PAM Health
04.2023 - 08.2023

Food Service/Cook

Lake County Jail
02.2018 - 04.2023

Non-Medical Driver

Nature Coast EMS
12.2015 - 08.2017

Cook/Customer Service Representative

Teddy’s Party Rentals
01.2003 - 06.2013

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Karen Green