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, VI06-1997
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
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