Myashia LaPoint
Houston
Summary
Motivated food prep and cook with hands-on experience in preparing and serving high-quality meals in busy kitchen environments. Skilled in food preparation, portion control, and safe handling practices, with a strong focus on customer service and teamwork. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and maintaining a positive attitude during high-volume service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/Food Service Worker
Compass Group
Houston
04.2019 - 06.2025
- Prepared and served meals according to recipes and dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with trayline, patient meals, and special requests.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and safe food-handling standards.
- Supported team with prep, portioning, and inventory tasks
Food Service Technician
The Woman's Hospital of Texas
Houston
08.2014 - 12.2018
- Coordinated trayline assembly, plating meals for patients with varied dietary needs.
- Assisted cooks during meal service and supported kitchen production.
- Handled cashier transactions and responded to patient meal requests through the call center.
- Monitored cleanliness of prep areas and maintained sanitation logs
Food Server Assistant
St Joseph's Hospital
Houston
02.2010 - 05.2014
- Delivered patient meals directly to rooms, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepared nourishments, snacks, and beverages for patient care units.
- Supported cafeteria operations, including cashiering and café service.
- Assisted with dishwashing, restocking, and general kitchen upkeep.
Skills
- Food preparation and cooking
- Large-batch cooking and portion control
- Recipe execution and plating
- Kitchen safety and sanitation
- Time management in high-volume service
- Food waste reduction and inventory
- Team collaboration and support
- Customer service and hospitality
- Strong communication skills
- Reliability and dependability
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Certification
Food Handler, Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Cook/Food Service Worker
Compass Group
04.2019 - 06.2025
Food Service Technician
The Woman's Hospital of Texas
08.2014 - 12.2018
Food Server Assistant
St Joseph's Hospital
02.2010 - 05.2014