Melvin Glass
Decatur,AL
Summary
Professional culinary leader with proven ability to manage kitchen operations, develop innovative menus, and ensure high-quality food standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results, adaptable to changing needs and high-pressure environments. Expertise in food preparation, inventory management, and safety protocols, combined with passion for culinary excellence and creativity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Neighborhood at Deactur Assisted Living
Deactur Al
10.2024 - 05.2026
- Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences of residents.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of all ingredients used in meal preparation.
- Supervised kitchen staff, providing training on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Developed weekly menus that promoted balanced diets tailored to resident health needs.
Lead Cook
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur Al
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed weekly menus while considering dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines.
- Trained new team members on culinary techniques and hospital protocols.
- Streamlined food production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV11-2010
Skills
- Meal preparation Garnishing
- Verbal and written communication
- Food storage
- Food preparation Temperature control Sanitation Knife Skills
- Plating techniques
- Performance improvement
- Inventory replenishment
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Documented and resolved time issues which led to Positive Results
Employee Of The Month
I have been Employee of the month 8 times in my career my latest at decatur morgan hospital making big changes and improving customer satisfaction.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Head Cook
Neighborhood at Deactur Assisted Living
10.2024 - 05.2026
Lead Cook
Decatur Morgan Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2024
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
College of Southern Nevada