Mamie Wiese
Oxford Junction,IA
Summary
Experienced food service professional with over 20 years of experience in school nutrition, healthcare food service, and kitchen operations. Skilled in USDA nutritional compliance, menu planning, inventory management, food safety, and team supervision. Proven ability to prepare healthy meals efficiently while maintaining high sanitation and safety standards. ServSafe certified with strong organizational and leadership abilities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Midland Community School
Dietary Cook
Jones Regional Medical Center
Anamosa, IA
03.2009 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and special dietary needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with nutritionists to ensure meal compliance with health standards.
- Trained new staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Ensured consistent flavor profiles across dishes by carefully measuring ingredients according to established recipes.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and safety protocols.
- Ensured timely meal service by coordinating cooking schedules and prioritizing tasks based on patient needs.
- Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
- Kept accurate records of patient dietary information for reference during meal planning and preparation stages.
- Followed standard recipes, menus and apportions according to established standards.
- Trained new staff members in kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and recipe preparation to maintain quality standards.
- Promoted teamwork among kitchen staff by fostering open communication and addressing issues promptly.
- Maintained a positive work atmosphere by addressing any conflicts or concerns in a proactive and professional manner.
- Upheld high standards of presentation for all meals served, contributing to an elevated dining experience for patients.
- Increased customer satisfaction with personalized attention to individual dietary concerns or allergies during meal preparation.
- Prepared food for special parties and groups.
- Received orders, verified contents against invoices and assessed quality of products to verify conformance to organizational standards.
- Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and serving process.
Kitchen Manager
OPAA Food Management Inc.
St. Louis
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed inventory and procurement processes to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Developed and implemented menus that catered to diverse dietary needs of students.
- Trained and mentored staff in culinary techniques and food preparation standards.
- Fostered positive relationships with vendors to secure quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Education
No Degree - EMT
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAHigh School Diploma -
Olin Community School
Olin, IA05.1997
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff training and development
- Food preparation
- Staff supervision
- Kitchen management
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering supplies
- Health code compliance
- Recipes and menu planning
- Supply ordering
- Inventory coordination
- Order delivery practices
- ServSafe certification
- Health inspections
Certification
Safeserv certified for 10 plus years
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
OPAA Food Management Inc.
08.2019 - 06.2023
Dietary Cook
Jones Regional Medical Center
03.2009 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Midland Community School
No Degree - EMT
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Olin Community School