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Kelly George

Vestal,NY

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record through my years of cooking. Excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through high-quality meal presentation and effective multitasking. Expertise in food handling and a strong commitment to sanitation practices ensure compliance with health regulations while delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor

NexDine
Endwell, NY
09.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
  • Collaborated with management to align operational goals with organizational objectives.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.

Cook Lead

Good Sheperd Village Communities
Endwell, NY
03.2023 - 09.2025
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of nutritious meals for residents, ensuring dietary needs were met.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food storage areas, adhering to health regulations.
  • Assisted in meal planning and menu development, incorporating resident preferences and seasonal ingredients.
  • Trained new staff on food safety protocols and proper cooking techniques to enhance team efficiency.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • 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.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Supervisor

Trinity
Binghamton, NY
10.2022 - 03.2023

Supervised 8-12 Male inmates in the Broome County Correctional Facility. Helped them follow recipes and learn how to properly store and cook products

Short Order Cook/Manager

Jody’s Diner
Binghamton, NY
06.2009 - 12.2020
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items to meet customer preferences.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
  • Ensured timely service delivery during peak hours by prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
  • Implemented inventory management practices to reduce waste and optimize supplies.
  • Developed daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation standards to uphold diner reputation.
  • Kept kitchen up to code for health and safety inspections.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail for each dish prepared.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing high-quality meals in a timely manner.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Proactively addressed customer concerns or complaints, working to find satisfactory solutions in a timely manner.
  • Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with grace, keeping up with fast-paced demand during peak hours while maintaining focus on accurate food preparation.
  • Adhered to strict recipe guidelines, delivering consistent flavor profiles across all dishes served.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve overall efficiency in the kitchen.
  • Implemented time-saving measures that allowed for quicker order turnaround without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Union Endicott
Endicott, NY
06.1999

Skills

Cooking

Cleaning and organization

Food handling

Food preparation

Multitasking and organization

Kitchen organization

Strong attention to safe food handling procedures

Frying

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Sanitation

Supply restocking

Surface cleaning

Hospitality and service industry background

Food presentation

Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance

Sanitation practices

Grilling

Contamination prevention

Food waste reduction

Performance improvement

Food plating and presentation

Portion control

Food plating

Food handler certification

Hospitality service expertise

Order verification

Grilling expertise

Beautiful presentation of food

Sauce making

Ingredients measuring

Plating and presentation

Allergen awareness

Culinary creativity

New hire training

Nutrition awareness

Effective planner

Event catering

Recipes and menu planning

Ingredient selection

Food presentation talent

Menu planning

Certification

Servsafe

Timeline

Supervisor

NexDine
09.2025 - Current

Cook Lead

Good Sheperd Village Communities
03.2023 - 09.2025

Supervisor

Trinity
10.2022 - 03.2023

Short Order Cook/Manager

Jody’s Diner
06.2009 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Union Endicott