Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Michaela Hickson

Hinesville

Summary

Resourceful United States Army Veteran with over 4 years of experience in delivering reliable performance in high pressure environments as a Culinary Specialist. Accomplished in planning, preparing and serving balanced meals under strict deadlines and budget limitations. Focused on proper food handling, safety procedures and maintaining clean food service and dining environment. Proven track record in executing strategic operations and instructing junior enlisted members in maintaining top-tier equipment readiness. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Teaching Assistant

Bethel Christian Academy Preschool
05.2014 - 08.2016
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.

Movie Theater Attendant

AMC Theatres
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Maintained lobby, hallway, and auditorium cleanliness using various sanitation practices.
  • Ensured a clean and enjoyable movie-going experience for patrons by meticulously maintaining theater cleanliness and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working various positions within the theater as needed, including box office cashier, concession attendant, and usher duties.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing ticket sales and providing accurate showtime information.
  • Secured theater at end of each shift to prevent theft of theater items.
  • Welcomed guests to theater with friendly demeanor and smile and directed to screening rooms.

Basic Skills Course

Unitd States Army
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Analyzed problems and solutions while engaging with soldiers from different paths of life.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with soldiers on military missions.
  • Showcased discipline and structure in executing and maintaining military regulations
  • Properly handling million dollar militarized weapons.
  • Endured harsh conditions while navigating in unfamiliar environments.


Advanced Culinary Arts Course

United States Army
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Culinary Specialist

United States Army
12.2020 - Current

Managing

  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Responsible for scheduling and overseeing staff assignments.
  • Placed orders to restock item before supplies ran out while remaining in budget.

Instructing

  • Assisted supervisors in teaching the importance of food safety.
  • Collaborated with dining facilities to solve situations and maintain standards of the dining facility.
  • Counseled service members on the proper cleaning techniques to maintain cleanliness of million dollar milliary equipment.
  • Mentored junior team members in best practices for supply chain management, fostering a culture of growth and development within the dining facility.

Administering

  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
  • Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
  • Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
  • Enhanced employee onboarding process, improving new hire satisfaction and reducing time to productivity.

Executive Chef

  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.

Creative Director

  • Oversaw visual and conceptual aspects of seasonal cuisines.
  • Developed ideas ensuring the overall aesthetic aligns and ensuring the alignment of directors objectives.
  • Streamlined creative processes for improved efficiency and team productivity.
  • Established a successful standard operating procedure leading to improvement in facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Smyrna Beach High School
New Smyrna Beach, FL
07-2020

Skills

  • Time management
  • Task delegation
  • Communication Skills
  • Inspecting deliveries
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Portion and cost control
  • Self motivation

Accomplishments

  • Recognized and given certificates by operational officers for creative thinking and superior decorating skills for significant themes and meal planning for three consecutive years.

Timeline

Culinary Specialist

United States Army
12.2020 - Current

Advanced Culinary Arts Course

United States Army
09.2020 - 12.2020

Basic Skills Course

Unitd States Army
07.2020 - 09.2020

Movie Theater Attendant

AMC Theatres
01.2020 - 07.2020

Daycare Teaching Assistant

Bethel Christian Academy Preschool
05.2014 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

New Smyrna Beach High School
Michaela Hickson