My goal is to work with purpose. I enjoy interacting with people and have a bubbly personality. I am very committed to meeting federal standards and completing shift goals. I enjoy training and always work hard to set great standards and create a great team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operation Manager
WVU Medicine-South Charleston
08.2012 - 02.2025
My career began as a PSA, patient service attendant. I have moved on to work every position in the dietary department. I worked as the operation manager at St. Francis hospital for 18 months, where my responsibilities were to make bi-weekly schedule and cover all void shifts. Responsible for monthly budgets and financial reports. I am currently the head cook at St. Francis. I order inventory and am responsible for supplying all department needs and putting away all truck orders in compliance with Joint Commission. Responsible for all catering events. Train all employees in compliance with menu needs for patients and meeting federal standards.
Prep Cook/cook
Purdue University
05.2009 - 04.2012
Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
Education
12 - General Studies
Stonewall Jackson High School
Charleston, WV
06.1987
Skills
Kitchen Experience (10 years)
Food Service (10 years)
Meal Preparation (10 years)
Cooking (10 years)
Culinary Experience (10 years)
Kitchen Management Experience (2 years)
POS (3 years)
Banquet Experience (10 years)
Profit & Loss (6 years)
Restaurant Experience (10 years)
Food Safety (10 years)
Inventory Control (6 years)
Food Production (10 years)
Food Handling (10 years)
Catering (10 years)
Menu Planning (10 years)
Knife skills
Certification
Certified food protection manager March 2023 to March 2028
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