LaTasha Russell
Washington,DC
Summary
Dynamic Food Service Manager with proven expertise in optimizing kitchen operations, driving compliance with safety standards, and enhancing team performance. Committed to delivering high-quality service and fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Manager
Cedar Hill Medical Center
Washington , DC
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Streamlined daily food preparation and service tasks to enhance staff efficiency.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Ensured adherence to safety and sanitation standards in food handling practices.
- Trained new employees on kitchen protocols and customer service skills.
- Developed menus catering to dietary restrictions and customer preferences.
- Promoted a positive team environment through effective communication strategies.
- Supervised kitchen operations to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated catering services for special events hosted within the facility.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Kitchen Manager
DC Scholars Public Charter School
Washington , DC
12.2021 - 06.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality meal preparation for students.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards in food handling practices.
- Developed balanced meal menus in collaboration with staff to promote healthy eating.
- Maintained accurate inventory and placed orders to prevent supply shortages.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of necessary kitchen supplies.
- Supported nutrition education initiatives within school community to enhance awareness.
- Implemented kitchen policies, procedures, and quality standards to optimize efficiency.
- Tracked food costs, labor expenses, and waste management for budget oversight.
- Developed strategies, policies and procedures for the organization.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Food Service Manager
ARAMARK, Higher Education
Washington , DC
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Streamlined daily food preparation and service operations for staff efficiency.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and ordering necessary items.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards in food handling practices.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Oversaw cash handling during transactions and balanced registers at closing shifts.
- Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication strategies.
- Provided training for new employees on safe food handling practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Lead Food Service Worker
Sodexo Campus Services
Washington, DC
08.2005 - 06.2015
- Implemented quality control measures for food presentation and taste.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations throughout food service activities.
- Demonstrated safe food handling techniques to maintain quality standards.
- Assisted in meal preparation by measuring spices and chopping vegetables.
- Performed daily inspections of kitchen equipment for proper functioning.
- Monitored refrigerator and freezer temperature logs to meet local health codes.
- Set up, restocked, and cleaned dining areas to enhance customer experience.
- Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by adhering to designated storage practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goodwill Education Center
Washington DC01-2018
Skills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Menu development
- Catering coordination
- Staff training
- Quality assurance
- Compliance oversight
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
Certification
- Safe Serve Certification
- District of Columbia Department Of Health Certified Food Protection Manager
- National School Lunch Program Certified
Timeline
Food Service Manager
Cedar Hill Medical Center
02.2025 - 08.2025
Kitchen Manager
DC Scholars Public Charter School
12.2021 - 06.2025
Food Service Manager
ARAMARK, Higher Education
08.2018 - 06.2023
Lead Food Service Worker
Sodexo Campus Services
08.2005 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Goodwill Education Center
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