Miriam Vera
Columbus,OH
Summary
Accomplished Head Cook with a proven track record at Bickford Senior Living, enhancing food safety and staff management. Excelled in meal preparation and mentoring, significantly elevating kitchen standards and operational efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional verbal communication and leadership, ensuring high-quality culinary experiences.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Cook
Brickford Senior Living
10.2009 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Cook
Sodexho
09.2003 - 10.2009
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Head Cashier
Walmart
02.1996 - 09.2003
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment for customers.
- Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with professionalism and empathy, working diligently toward satisfactory resolutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School
Brooklyn06.1984
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Food storage
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Training and mentoring
- Recipes and menu planning
- Staff management
- Nutrition
Certification
- Safe Quality Food Practitioner Certificate – Safe Quality Food Institute.
Timeline
Head Cook
Brickford Senior Living
10.2009 - Current
Cook
Sodexho
09.2003 - 10.2009
Head Cashier
Walmart
02.1996 - 09.2003
- Safe Quality Food Practitioner Certificate – Safe Quality Food Institute.
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School
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