Nicole Calkins
Lisbon
Summary
Experienced cook with a strong focus on nutrition awareness, sanitation practices, and problem-solving. Proven ability to streamline workflows and enhance kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal delivery and high-quality standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
1 Chimney Point Ogdensburg New York 13669
05.2016 - Current
- Designed and prepared balanced meals that met specific dietary needs and health regulations.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare teams to optimize dietary plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted regular assessments of food quality and presentation, ensuring alignment with established hospital guidelines.
- Developed and executed streamlined workflows to accelerate meal service delivery.
- Executed simultaneous management of multiple orders to ensure timely delivery and uphold quality and presentation standards.
- Enhanced efficiency of kitchen operations by promoting clear communication and collaborative efforts among team members.
- Monitored stock levels and coordinated supply orders to maintain operational efficiency in the kitchen.
- Implemented comprehensive training initiatives for kitchen personnel to optimize operational performance.
Food Service Worker 2
St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
1 Chimney Point Ogdensburg New York 13669
07.2013 - 05.2016
- Executed thorough cleaning and sanitation protocols in food service areas, strictly adhering to health regulations.
- Managed meal preparation and service for patients, strictly following dietary guidelines to support optimal nutrition.
- Maintained comprehensive records of food service operations to facilitate compliance audits.
- Monitored and enforced safety standards by executing proper food handling techniques and following established sanitation procedures.
- Exhibited adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between diverse roles within food service operations.
- Ensured food quality and safety by diligently tracking expiration dates and adhering to storage guidelines.
Food Service Worker 1
St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
1 Chimney Point Ogdensburg N.Y
01.2007 - 07.2013
- Prepared and served nutritious meals, ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food service areas, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency in service delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lisbon Central School
Lisbon, NY06-1990
Skills
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Food handler certification
- New hire training
- Nutrition awareness
- Recipes and menu planning
- Ingredient selection
- Recipe development
- Operations management
- Food costing
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Cook
St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
05.2016 - Current
Food Service Worker 2
St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
07.2013 - 05.2016
Food Service Worker 1
St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
01.2007 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Lisbon Central School