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Patricia Edwards

Bridgeport,CT

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Bridgeport Rescue Mission
08.2010 - 10.2023
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Developed innovative recipes, with Food donations.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning, with my manager
  • Achieved cost reduction targets by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on key ingredients.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Spearheaded successful catering events as needed for the mission showcasing our signature dishes while maintaining impeccable service.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare meals on time.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs from donations.

Recruiter

Domestic Solutions LL C. (Self Employed)
09.2005 - 12.2010
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
  • Conducted comprehensive reference checks to ensure the credibility of potential hires before extending offers.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Negotiated competitive salary packages with candidates, resulting in successful offers and acceptances.
  • Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Domestic Recruiter/Office Manager

Regal Domestics Ltd
03.1997 - 05.2005
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.

Education

Culinary Arts

Lincoln Technical Institute - Shelton
Shelton, CT
08.2010

Skills

  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Performance Improvement
  • Service cycle
  • Recipe Development
  • Cleaning and sanitation

Timeline

Chef

Bridgeport Rescue Mission
08.2010 - 10.2023

Recruiter

Domestic Solutions LL C. (Self Employed)
09.2005 - 12.2010

Domestic Recruiter/Office Manager

Regal Domestics Ltd
03.1997 - 05.2005

Culinary Arts

Lincoln Technical Institute - Shelton

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