Kaylee Brown

Cook Aid

Rose Garden Healthcare Center

Pana, IL

06.2025 - Current

Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring for various dishes.
Cooked meals according to recipes and restaurant standards for customer satisfaction.
Maintained cleanliness of kitchen tools, equipment, and workspaces throughout shifts.
Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure quality.
Supported the head chef in meal planning and menu development initiatives.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Engaged with customers to provide information about menu items and specials.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.