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Marica Davis

Cape Girardeau,MO - Missouri

Summary

Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

Cape Girardeau Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Assistant Head Cook

Murphysboro School District 186
11.2012 - 07.2021
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.

Education

High School Diploma -

Charleston High School
Charleston, MO
05.2004

Skills

  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • High-Volume Production Capabilities
  • Culinary Arts
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Safe Food Handling Procedures
  • Servsafe Certified

Certification

Food Manager Certification

Timeline

Cook

Cape Girardeau Public Schools
07.2021 - Current

Assistant Head Cook

Murphysboro School District 186
11.2012 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Charleston High School

Food Manager Certification

Marica Davis