Lisa Potucek
Vail,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Cook and Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Sunrise at River Road, excelling in food preparation and sanitation practices. Expert in menu planning and allergen awareness, I effectively trained staff and minimized food waste, ensuring high culinary standards and exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Kitchen Manager
Sunrise at River Road
Tucson, AZ
03.2018 - Current
- Prepared and cooked nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on food safety protocols and kitchen procedures.
- Monitored food inventory levels, minimizing waste through efficient stock management.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high culinary standards and consistency.
- 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 food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Cook
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
Warren, MN
09.2005 - 11.2017
- Prepared diverse menu items in compliance with food safety regulations.
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring timely service and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Developed new recipes, enhancing seasonal menu offerings based on customer feedback.
Education
Finance
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MNAssociate of Science - Accounting
Northland Community College
Thief River Falls, MN05-1989
Timeline
Cook/Kitchen Manager
Sunrise at River Road
03.2018 - Current
Cook
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
09.2005 - 11.2017
Finance
Bemidji State University
Associate of Science - Accounting
Northland Community College
Skills
Customer service
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Food preparation
Multitasking and organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Food presentation
Sanitation practices
Portion control
Food handler certification
Allergen awareness
Problem-solving
Ingredient knowledge
Special diets