Khalia Ragland
Norwood,MA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in the food service industry, equipped with a diverse skill set highly transferable to various fields. Proven abilities in customer service, teamwork, and problem-solving have been honed through years of hands-on experience. Eager to leverage these competencies in a new role, bringing a strong work ethic and adaptability to any team. Committed to continuous growth and ready to make a meaningful impact in the next career opportunity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nutrition Worker
Norwood Public Schools
Norwood
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing and serving nutritious meals in compliance with health regulations.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to supervisors.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to implement efficient food preparation processes.
CULINARY PROFESSIONAL
Encore of Boston Harbor
Everett
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Worked with large volume kitchen equipment (Steamer, tilt skillet, deep fryers and steam kettle). Experienced with large batch cooking utilizing classical and modern cooking techniques. Created stocks, soups, sauces, and dressings from scratch. Proficient with knife skills such as classical cuts, safety, and equipment care. Frequent roles in team supervision and menu planning exercises. Solid organization and problem-solving skills, self-motivated.
PREP COOK
Community Servings
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Contributed to consistent client satisfaction by producing high-quality food and providing timely service. Created hundreds of identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality. Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity. Trained and assisted dozens of new kitchen staff members.
FOOD RUNNER/ PREP COOK/LINE COOK
TD GARDEN
03.2015 - 02.2018
- Supervised food preparation and management of Executive Board Room and suites. Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity. Embraced full responsibility for parties of over 1000 with maximum food quality and appeal.
Education
Responsible Vendor Training - Core Curriculum
Mass Cultivation
08.2024
Culinary Diploma - Advanced Standing
New England Culinary and Technical Institute
09.2016
Certified Nurse Assistant/Intern - undefined
Hebrew Rehabilitation Center
Dedham, MA01.2012
Skills
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Customer Service and Communication
- Time and Management
- Attention to detail
- Work Ethic and Professionalism
Timeline
School Nutrition Worker
Norwood Public Schools
05.2024 - Current
CULINARY PROFESSIONAL
Encore of Boston Harbor
01.2021 - 01.2022
PREP COOK
Community Servings
01.2019 - 01.2022
FOOD RUNNER/ PREP COOK/LINE COOK
TD GARDEN
03.2015 - 02.2018
Culinary Diploma - Advanced Standing
New England Culinary and Technical Institute
Certified Nurse Assistant/Intern - undefined
Hebrew Rehabilitation Center
Responsible Vendor Training - Core Curriculum
Mass Cultivation
Contact
BlessedBeauty165@gmail.com
- Norwood, MA 02062
- (6176152920