Mindy Jackson
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at AdventHealth Hospital, excelling in food preparation and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce waste through effective inventory management. Strong team collaborator with a focus on customer service and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality meal presentation and satisfaction.
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
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/Baker
AdventHealth Hospital (Sebring)
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared and assembled nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and hospital protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations to ensure food safety.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to supervisors.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes for efficiency.
- Supported kitchen operations by ensuring timely delivery of meals to patients and staff areas.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus based on patient needs and dietary restrictions.
- Followed standardized recipes to deliver consistent quality in food presentation and taste.
Cook/Baker
AdventHealth Hospital (Lake Placid)
02.2020 - 12.2024
- Prepared and plated meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and hospital standards
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure food safety compliance
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and notifying supervisors of shortages
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes for increased efficiency
- Followed standardized recipes to ensure consistent quality and presentation of dishes
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to health regulations and operational protocols
- Provided support during meal service, ensuring timely delivery of food to patients and staff
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Cook/Manager
Big T's
2012 - 2019
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and best practices.
- Developed and implemented efficient inventory management processes to reduce waste.
- Oversaw menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients to enhance culinary offerings.
- Managed scheduling and staffing needs to optimize kitchen workflow during peak hours.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high customer satisfaction levels.
Cook
Cornell Health Services
2015 - 2016
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste through effective stock rotation.
- Oversaw food safety practices, maintaining compliance with health regulations and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment operation.
Cook/Dishwasher
Paradise Shores
2004 - 2010
- Prepared diverse meal options adhering to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines.
- Managed food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage to enhance team performance.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornell Jr/Sr High School
Cornell, WISkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Grilling
- Contamination prevention
- Food waste reduction
- Food handler certification
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Health and safety compliance
Certification
Serve-Safe
Timeline
Cook/Baker
AdventHealth Hospital (Sebring)
12.2024 - Current
Cook/Baker
AdventHealth Hospital (Lake Placid)
02.2020 - 12.2024
Cook/Manager
Big T's
2012 - 2019
Cook
Cornell Health Services
2015 - 2016
Cook/Dishwasher
Paradise Shores
2004 - 2010
High School Diploma -
Cornell Jr/Sr High School