KAYLA MARIE MORRISON
Cook
Woodbridge,NJ
Summary
Motivated, upbeat Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets, and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals. I am a versatile and creative Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners.
I Anticipate ingredient needs and arrange re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Heaton Woods, Senior Living
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Completion of 14 training courses/certifications for senior living care through Collins Learning in the state of Vermont.
- Responded to 50 resident's dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet resident's needs, restrictions and palates.
- Responsible for a timely delivery of hand picked meals every Lunch and Dinner service.
- Developed and Maintained positive relationships with resident's to ensure their comfort and happiness was in my best interest as their chef.
Sous Chef/Pastry Chef
Black Diamond Barbeque
Morrisville
06.2018 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with head chef to plan daily specials and catering events.
- Accurately estimated amount of food to prepare for events.
- Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Created innovative pastry recipes for seasonal menus.
Cook
Plate
Stowe
02.2014 - 12.2018
- Set up and performed initial prep work for high quality, fine dining restaurant.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products.
- Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health And Wellness
Johnson State College
Skills
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Portion control
- Event catering
- Problem solving
- Pastry skills
- Food safety
- Catering background
- Kitchen management
- Kitchen leadership
References
Delaney Ayer- Administrative Generalist of Heaton Woods, Senior Living. (802) 363-1315
Jason Pacioni-Owner of Black Diamond Barbecue Catering. (802) 279-3120
Aaron Martin- Owner of Plate. (802) 793-1073
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Chef
Heaton Woods, Senior Living
02.2026 - 05.2026
Sous Chef/Pastry Chef
Black Diamond Barbeque
06.2018 - 01.2026
Cook
Plate
02.2014 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Health And Wellness
Johnson State College