Kaye Demeray Riccio
Branford,CT
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Prep Cook, stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Committed to maintaining clean and organized work areas for food prep and storage. Provides active support to cooks by sanitizing equipment and tools, monitoring food portions and filling containers for take-out requests. Eager to help new staff members develop quick, clean workflows without sacrificing service quality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Attendant
Long Beach Assisted Living
12.2017 - 04.2020
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
Food Prep Cook
Ambassador Hotel Library (formally Pump Room)
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
Education
Vocational Degree - Culinary
Institute of International Culinary & Hospitality
Davao, Philippines04.2015
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Chef Support
- Food Storage Protocol
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Preparation
- Cooking
- Sauce Preparation
- Punctual and Reliable
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Positive Attitude
- Chopping Vegetables
- Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
Kitchen Attendant
Long Beach Assisted Living
12.2017 - 04.2020
Food Prep Cook
Ambassador Hotel Library (formally Pump Room)
12.2016 - 11.2017
Vocational Degree - Culinary
Institute of International Culinary & Hospitality
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