Kathleen Ziembowicz
Carleton
Summary
Dedicated cook with strong skills in kitchen organization, multitasking, and food safety. Proven track record of streamlining meal preparation processes and training junior staff to enhance kitchen efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Elite Catering Company
Livonia, MI
06.2021 - 01.2026
- Prepared diverse menus adhering to dietary restrictions and client preferences.
- Managed inventory, ensuring availability of fresh ingredients and minimizing waste.
- Trained junior kitchen staff on food safety standards and cooking techniques.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes, enhancing kitchen efficiency during peak hours.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, following recipes to ensure consistency.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, minimizing waste through efficient usage practices.
Cook
Sudexo
Monroe, Mi
01.2010 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with event coordinators to deliver customized catering solutions for various functions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas, complying with health regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations, coordinating tasks among team members for optimal performance.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Airport
Carleton, MI06.1981
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Timeline
Cook
Elite Catering Company
06.2021 - 01.2026
Cook
Sudexo
01.2010 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Airport