Lorraine Goff
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Kitchen Assistant looking for a position as a Sou chef and assistance to the kitchen staff team. Experience in serving and cooking in Fine dining, breakfasts and lunches. Detail oriented, hard worker and take pride in all I do.
Greet and served over 100 guest a day. Clean and organize eating and service areas. Ensured cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities and equipment. Experience of using kitchen equipment such as rolling pins, industrial mixing machines, and industrial oven.
Select food items from serving or storage areas and place them in dishes or serving trays. Prepare simple foods and complex foods.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
Compass Group USA
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
Kitchen Assistant
West Ada School District
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Helped staff prepare and present food to students with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Cleaned the lunch trays & dishes, sweep & mop the floor.
Dietary Cook
Arbor Valley Of Cascadia
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Weighed, measured and processed ingredients according to recipe specifications and dietary requirements.
- Maintained awareness of individual dietary needs of residents and verified proper delivery of meals to correct residents.
- Sanitized and organized kitchen preparation areas and equipment according to food and health safety standards.
- Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
Chef
The Cottages
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Dietary Aide
St Paul II Early Learning Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
Sou Chef
Vicar's Landing
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet clients needs and palates.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA07-1999
Skills
- P>Chef support
- P>Kitchen equipment operation
- P>High-volume dining
- P>Safe food handling
- P>Order accuracy
- P>Food storage protocol
- P>Food preparation mastery
- P>Kitchen staff coordination
- P>Kitchen station cleanliness
- P>Ingredient management
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Compass Group USA
07.2023 - 04.2024
Kitchen Assistant
West Ada School District
10.2022 - 02.2023
Dietary Cook
Arbor Valley Of Cascadia
07.2022 - 10.2022
Chef
The Cottages
06.2022 - 07.2022
Dietary Aide
St Paul II Early Learning Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
Sou Chef
Vicar's Landing
10.2019 - 07.2020
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Olympic College