Precious Mwamba
Galesburg,Mich
Summary
Quality-oriented Type professional with Number-year background in food preparation industry. Detail-oriented and meticulous worker with in-depth knowledge of hot and cold food production and processing. Maintains recipe quality, batch proportions and high safety standards.
Experienced with food preparation and kitchen operations. Utilizes knife skills and knowledge of culinary techniques to support meal production. Strong understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Production
Touch Point
Kalamazoo, Mich
04.2026 - Current
- Set up, serve line, cook and prepare nutritions
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and portion control
- Collaborate with staff to ensure timely meal service
Cook
Chartwells (Compass Group)
Comstock, MI
01.2023 - 03.2026
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals in a school setting
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and portion control standards
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service
Cook
Laurels of Galesburg
Galesburg, MI
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared meals for residents following dietary and health guidelines
- Maintained cleanliness and food safety standards
- Assisted with special diet preparation as required
Culinary Director / Head Chef
Pretty Lake Camp
Mattawan, MI
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed budgeting, ordering, and inventory
- Hired, trained, and supervised kitchen staff
- Created menus for catering events and summer camps
- Planned and prepared meals for special dietary needs
Caterer Manager
Pretty Lake Camp
Kalamazoo, MI
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Prepared and served meals for large groups
- Ensured food safety compliance at all times
Sous Chef
Pretty Lake Camp
Kalamazoo, MI
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Assisted head chef with daily food preparation and service
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards
Intern
Pretty Lake Camp
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Prepared mise en place and baked large quantities for campers and staff
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary
Kalamazoo Valley Culinary/Allied Health Building College
Kalamazoo, MI04.2018
Skills
Food production oversight
Food production management
Food production
Event food production
Food safety protocol
Food labeling requirements
Serving food
Food waste reduction
Food slicing
Affiliations
- Governor’s Gala – Kalamazoo, MI (October 2016)
- Girl Scout Leader – Kalamazoo, MI (Since August 2004)
- Farm to Table – Bronson Children’s, Lawton, MI (November 2016)
- Member, Food Co-op – Kalamazoo, MI (October 2016)
Certification
ServeSafe
Alcohol ServeSafe
Timeline
Food Production
Touch Point
04.2026 - Current
Cook
Chartwells (Compass Group)
01.2023 - 03.2026
Cook
Laurels of Galesburg
01.2022 - 01.2023
Culinary Director / Head Chef
Pretty Lake Camp
01.2019 - 02.2020
Caterer Manager
Pretty Lake Camp
08.2017 - 12.2018
Sous Chef
Pretty Lake Camp
08.2016 - 08.2017
Intern
Pretty Lake Camp
04.2015 - 08.2016
Associate of Science - Culinary
Kalamazoo Valley Culinary/Allied Health Building College