Letitia Mcgorder
Clementon,NJ
Summary
Dynamic caterer with a proven track record of enhancing client satisfaction through personalized services at self-employed events. Skilled in food safety and banquet coordination, I excel in creating memorable experiences while maintaining high standards of quality control. My personable approach fosters repeat business and seamless event execution.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Caterer
Self-employeed
Camden, NJ
01.2000 - Current
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized catering services tailored to individual preferences and dietary requirements.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Communicated with event coordinators and facility management to obtain appropriate catering accommodations.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Served catering guests by fulfilling orders, communicating requests to kitchen staff and routinely inquiring about customer satisfaction.
- Delivered outstanding customer service throughout the entire event planning process, resulting in repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Replenished banquet stations and verified food temperatures and cleanliness of service areas.
- Collaborated with event planners, venues, and vendors to ensure seamless integration of catering services into overall event design.
- Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
Cook
Self Employed Web
Camden, NJ
10.2020 - 10.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
Culinary Arts
Camden County Vocational
Pennsauken, NJ06.1990
Skills
- Food safety
- Food presentation
- Sanitation practices
- Quality control
- Safe food handling
- Food preparation
- Personable and friendly
- Problem-solving skills
- Banquet coordination
- Event management
- Kitchen management
- Inventory monitoring
- Ordering and invoicing
- Menu development
- Presentation skills
- Attention to detail
- Catering and events
Timeline
Cook
Self Employed Web
10.2020 - 10.2023
Caterer
Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current
Culinary Arts
Camden County Vocational