Lonna Tran
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated cook with extensive experience at VA Hospital, excelling in food preparation and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency through strong multitasking and teamwork. Skilled in cooking techniques and customer service, consistently delivering high-quality meals while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
VA Hospital
08.2014 - 08.2018
- 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.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
Cook/Caterer
Self
01.1996 - 01.2000
- 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.
Education
No Degree -
Florin High School
Sacramento, CA06-1989
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Cooking techniques
- Surface cleaning
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
VA Hospital
08.2014 - 08.2018
Cook/Caterer
Self
01.1996 - 01.2000
No Degree -
Florin High School
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