Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Laprea  Kendrick

Laprea Kendrick

Columbus,Ohio

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Aramark, excelling in teamwork and customer service. Recognized for significantly reducing food waste through effective portion control while maintaining high standards of food safety. Adept at fostering a collaborative kitchen environment, ensuring timely and high-quality meal preparation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Aramak
09.2025 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.

Caterer

Aramark
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations, enabling team to deliver high-quality dishes under tight deadlines.
  • Designed thematic decoration plans for events, enhancing overall ambiance and client satisfaction.
  • Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.

Security Officer

Goodwill
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.

Cook

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.

Education

Medical Billing And Coding

Ultimate Medical Academy, Clearwater, FL

Gahanna Lincoln High School, Gahanna, OH
05.2016

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Customer relations
  • Active listening
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Food handling
  • Time management

Timeline

Cook - Aramak
09.2025 - Current
Caterer - Aramark
04.2025 - 07.2025
Security Officer - Goodwill
06.2024 - 12.2024
Cook - OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
02.2024 - 08.2024
Ultimate Medical Academy - , Medical Billing And Coding
Gahanna Lincoln High School - ,