Laura Davidson
Lebanon,CT
Summary
Energetic, personable, diligent worker Results-focused professional with many years of experience in fast-paced kitchen settings. Skilled in cooking, cost controls, management, crew training and development.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/Manager
Montville Public Schools
Oakdale, CT
08.2020 - Current
- Managed kitchen operations and staff to ensure efficient food preparation.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through routine kitchen inspections.
- Maintained accurate inventory of all food items; ordered supplies as needed.
- Prepared daily reports summarizing total sales figures for management review.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Short Order Cook, Cashier
Odetah Campground
Bozrah, CT
01.2019 - Current
- Cook to order, assist with supply ordering, interact with public, seasonal position.
- Prepared a variety of meals quickly and efficiently during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new staff on kitchen procedures and food handling.
- Ensured that all foods were stored properly at the appropriate temperature levels.
- Scheduled shifts for kitchen personnel based on forecasted volume levels.
- Planned menus and estimated food requirements according to budget restrictions.
- Hired and onboarded team members to meet immediate and expected demand.
Food Service Worker, Cashier, Cook
Chartwells/Compass Group, Lebanon Public Schools
Lebanon, CT
01.2014 - 08.2020
- Assist lead in tasks such as inventory, cooking, supply ordering, interact with students.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards in the kitchen area.
- Directed and supervised kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food.
- Identified potential problems within the kitchen environment and took corrective action when necessary.
- Prepared daily reports summarizing total sales figures for management review.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
School Bus Driver
M&J Bus Co.
Colchester, CT
01.2000 - 01.2014
- Drove students grades K-12 morning and afternoon bus routes.
Assistant Cash Department Head, Cashier, Head Baker
Stop & Shop
Various locations, CT
01.1989 - 01.2001
- Assisted with scheduling, managing check-out area, fulfilling various tasks to run store. In bakery department, decorated cakes, managed baking department, supply ordering, inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lyman Memorial High School
Lebanon, CT06-1990
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Inventory control
- Shift scheduling
- Recruiting and hiring
- Customer service
Certification
Expires October 24,2027
Timeline
Cook/Manager
Montville Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Short Order Cook, Cashier
Odetah Campground
01.2019 - Current
Food Service Worker, Cashier, Cook
Chartwells/Compass Group, Lebanon Public Schools
01.2014 - 08.2020
School Bus Driver
M&J Bus Co.
01.2000 - 01.2014
Assistant Cash Department Head, Cashier, Head Baker
Stop & Shop
01.1989 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
Lyman Memorial High School
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