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, MO05.2004
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
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