KRISTINA MCMILLEN
Pecos,NM
Summary
Diligent and results-oriented culinary professional with a proven track record in high-volume kitchen environments. Expertise in preparing a diverse range of culinary dishes while ensuring optimal kitchen efficiency and organization. Strong collaborative skills and adaptability to evolving menus and customer preferences contribute to an exceptional dining experience. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and safety in fast-paced settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Server/ manager certified
Pecos elementary school district
06.2023 - Current
- Oversaw inventory management of food supplies to ensure optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Crafted nutritious meals for students while ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines and safety standards.
- Coordinated with staff to create weekly menus aimed at enhancing student satisfaction and adhering to nutritional guidelines.
- Instructed new kitchen staff on essential food preparation methods and safety protocols to maintain high operational standards.
- Enhanced culinary selections to elevate dining experiences through seasonal ingredient incorporation and creative cooking methods.
- Engaged with management team to conceptualize and refine new menu items, focusing on culinary trends and customer preferences.
- Maintained meticulous records of food safety practices, ensuring consistent compliance with regulatory requirements.
Elementary school cook
Pecos Elementary school district
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Achieved efficient meal service for 260 children and staff through effective kitchen management. Enhanced equipment maintenance practices to support operational efficiency. Strengthened teamwork and customer relations to improve service quality. Upheld rigorous food safety standards to protect health and well-being. Certified in Food Serv Safe and Serv Safe Manager. Motivated to seek new culinary challenges.
Education
High school diploma -
Skills
- Culinary skills
- Food assembly skills
- Food safety practices
- Kitchen operations knowledge
- Kitchen team leadership
- Meal planning and execution
- Food service experience
- Kitchen management experience
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler
- May 2020 to May 2023
- ServSafe managers February 2026 February 2031
ASSESSMENTS
- Verbal Communication — Proficient
- August 2020
- Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely.
- Full results: Proficient
- Cooking Skills: Basic Food Preparation — Familiar
- Preparing food, using cooking equipment, and converting ingredient measurements.
- Full results: Familiar
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Timeline
Cook/Server/ manager certified
Pecos elementary school district
06.2023 - Current
Elementary school cook
Pecos Elementary school district
06.2018 - 03.2020