Mechele Beattie
Mechanicville,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Café Services Inc, excelling in kitchen operations and staff training. Proven expertise in menu development and food safety compliance, ensuring high-quality standards. Recognized for exceptional customer service and effective inventory management, consistently enhancing dining experiences while maintaining operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook/ Chef Manager
Café Services Inc
05.2017 - 10.2025
- Worked as Lead Cook
- Promoted to Chef Manager
- Managed daily kitchen operations and ensured food safety standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff and trained new employees on cooking techniques.
- Prepared diverse menu items while maintaining high quality and consistency.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal menus and specials.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
- Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
- Ensured compliance with health safety regulations while preparing meals and maintaining a sanitary work environment.
- Discussed safe operations of kitchen equipment, regulating temperatures and cooking times.
Dishwasher /Salad Bar Prep/Grill Cook/ Cashier
Aramark
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Worked as Dishwasher /Salad Bar Prep/Grill Cook/ Cashier
- Operated dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and efficiency.
- Assisted kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely dish service during peak hours.
- Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at busy food service locations.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced registers at shift end.
- Handled food safety procedures to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating meals according to menu specifications.
- Adapted recipes based on available ingredients while maintaining quality standards.
Server
Comfort Inn
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Worked banquets as server
- Bartender, dishwasher, cook
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Took food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Navigated point-of-sale system for order processing and payment handling.
Cashier
Chartwells
09.2012 - 01.2015
- Worked as cashier
- Worked in the Deli, dishwasher
- Process customer transactions efficiently at point of sale.
- Follow health regulations to maintain food safety practices during service.
- Prepared deli meats and cheeses following health and safety standards.
- Operated slicing machines to ensure precise cuts for customer orders.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and equipment throughout shifts.
- Assisted customers in selecting products based on preferences and dietary needs.
Waitress Trainer
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
East Greenbush, New York
09.2001 - 02.2009
- Oversaw all facets of daily restaurant operations.
- Promoted to Trainer after two years for exceptional performance.
- Conducted training sessions on menu knowledge and customer service standards.
- Demonstrated proper food handling and safety procedures to team members.
- Facilitated effective communication with customers and staff to enhance service quality.
CASHIER AND DELIVERY DRIVER
Tortilla’s restaurant
Rensselaer, NY
- Cashier, delivery driver, dishwasher
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cashier station and dining area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during busy periods.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Education
Certificate - Biotechnology
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05.2012
B.S. - Biology
University at Albany, State University of New York
Albany, NY05.2011
A.S. - Biotechnology
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05.2009
Skills
- Food safety compliance and management
- Menu development and planning
- Kitchen operations and management
- Staff training and development
- Inventory management and supervision
- Customer service excellence
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Culinary techniques and cooking skills
- Quality control and assurance
- Attention to detail in operations
- Organizational skills and efficiency
- Time management strategies
- Food spoilage prevention techniques
- Recipe creation and documentation
- Multitasking abilities in kitchen environments
- Food purchasing and portion control
Training
- Serve Safe Certified
- Allergen and Choke Safe Certified
Awards
Earned Stephan L. Hyatt Science Award
Timeline
Lead Cook/ Chef Manager
Café Services Inc
05.2017 - 10.2025
Dishwasher /Salad Bar Prep/Grill Cook/ Cashier
Aramark
01.2015 - 05.2017
Cashier
Chartwells
09.2012 - 01.2015
Server
Comfort Inn
01.2012 - 01.2016
Waitress Trainer
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
09.2001 - 02.2009
CASHIER AND DELIVERY DRIVER
Tortilla’s restaurant
Certificate - Biotechnology
Hudson Valley Community College
B.S. - Biology
University at Albany, State University of New York
A.S. - Biotechnology
Hudson Valley Community College