PARIS RUCKER WILLIAMS
Chicago,IL
Summary
Food service professional with hands-on experience in culinary preparation, menu planning, food safety, sanitation, dietary accommodations, and client service. Experienced in coordinating catering operations, following standardized recipes, maintaining organized work areas, and supporting efficient meal production. Strong background in teamwork, scheduling, quality assurance, customer engagement, and administrative organization, with current Food Manager and ServSafe credentials.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caterer
A Taste of Paradise LLC
Harvey, IL
05.2019 - Current
- Plan and execute catering services, coordinating food preparation, presentation, service, and client needs from planning through completion.
- Develop and prepare menus that accommodate individual preferences and dietary requirements while maintaining nutritional and food-quality standards.
- Follow standardized recipes and portion-control practices to support consistent meal quality, efficient production, and cost awareness.
- Maintain strict food-safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards throughout preparation, service, and event closeout.
- Coordinate with clients and event coordinators to confirm menus, quantities, timing, accommodations, and service expectations.
- Deliver professional customer service and a welcoming guest experience, contributing to repeat business and client satisfaction.
Line Cook / Sanitation Worker
SouthWoods Intervention
Chicago, IL
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Prepared multiple food orders simultaneously during high-volume periods while maintaining accuracy, quality, and timely service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain safe, sanitary, and organized food-preparation areas in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to support consistent meal production.
- Maintained well-stocked workstations, organized tools, and kitchen supplies to improve workflow and productivity.
- Performed sanitation duties and maintained clean work areas to support food-safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Worked collaboratively with kitchen staff to maintain high standards of quality, efficiency, and customer service.
Cook / Maintenance Worker
Panera Bread
Chicago, IL
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes, portion-control requirements, and established quality standards.
- Supported daily kitchen operations by preparing workstations and cooking supplies for opening and closing procedures.
- Maintained clean, organized, and sanitary work areas to promote food safety and efficient production.
- Performed routine kitchen deep cleaning and equipment checks to support sanitation, safety, and operational readiness.
- Prioritized multiple kitchen duties to support timely meal preparation and service during busy periods.
- Worked collaboratively with kitchen staff to maintain high standards of quality, efficiency, and customer service.
Intern
Chicago Urban League
Chicago, IL
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Provided administrative support including filing, scheduling, data entry, and organization of office information.
- Prepared meals for elderly residents in nursing homes as part of community outreach activities.
- Followed standardized recipes to prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals tailored to low-sodium and diabetic dietary requirements.
- Supported job-search activities and assisted trainees during counseling-related programming.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accurate, organized work.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Accountancy
Harold Washington City College
Chicago, IL05.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Excel Academy of Southwest
Chicago, IL06.2016
Skills
- Food Service Operations
- Menu Planning & Dietary Accommodations
- Staff/Team Leadership
- Scheduling & Time Management
- Customer/Guest Experience
- Procurement & Cost Awareness
- Meal Production & Service
- Food Safety & Sanitation
Certification
Food Manager's License — 2026, ServSafe Food Handler — 2026, BASSET Certification — 2026, Catering Business License (LLC) — 2021
Section name
- Targeted Qualifications: Food service leadership support
- Menu and nutrition planning
- Dietary restrictions
- Food safety and sanitation
- Team collaboration
- Inventory/supply organization
- Scheduling and time management
- Guest experience
- Community-focused meal service
Timeline
Caterer
A Taste of Paradise LLC
05.2019 - Current
Line Cook / Sanitation Worker
SouthWoods Intervention
02.2017 - 11.2018
Cook / Maintenance Worker
Panera Bread
11.2016 - 02.2017
Intern
Chicago Urban League
06.2014 - 08.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Excel Academy of Southwest
Associate of Arts - Business Accountancy
Harold Washington City College