Raquel Davis
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Certified cook offering a passion for baking, cooking and creating exquisite entrees, desserts, appetizers and specialty dishes for every palate. Ability to deliver exceptional food services to all customers. Advanced training, flexible schedule.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Cook
Imperial Health Care Center
Hawthorne, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with nutritionists to create balanced meal plans for residents.
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Prepared meals for patients according to dietary requirements and restrictions.
- Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions and temperature control procedures.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure compliance with health regulations consistently.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety standards daily.
- Maintained cleanliness of the kitchen area throughout the shift.
- Changed and cleaned cutting boards and surfaces to ensure food safety. cutting boards, benches and surfaces to avoid cross-contamination.
- Ensured proper storage of prepared foods at appropriate temperatures.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding dietary needs and requests.
- Provided exceptional customer service, responding to resident meal requests promptly.
Prep/Bake/Dish
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Los Angeles, CA
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Baked egg and wheat buns for diverse menu offerings
- Prepared gluten-free buns using specialized recipes
- Prepared ingredients for burgers and salads to ensure efficient service
- Washed preparation and service dishes to maintain cleanliness
Crew Trainer
Taco Bell
Lancaster, CA
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Instructed food preparation through visual demonstrations and hands-on orientation.
- Taught standard protocols and safety guidelines for food handling and preparation.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to established recipes.
- Provided customer service at the front counter and drive-thru.
Prep /Cashier
Upper Crust
Lancaster, CA
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Prepared focaccia bread dough and baked to perfection
- Created flavorful sauces to enhance menu items and improve customer satisfaction.
- Prepared ingredients for sandwiches, salads, soups, and pizzas to ensure quality and freshness
- Developed unique sauces to complement menu items
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing customer transactions accurately.
Education
Advanced Culinary Training -
Treasure Island Job Corps
San Francisco, CABasic Culinary Training -
Inland Empire Job Corps
San BernardinoGraphic Design
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CAHigh School Diploma - Visual Arts
Eastside High school
Lancaster, CA 08.2006 - 05.2010
Skills
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Dietary restriction compliance
- Food preparation techniques
- Knife techniques
- Herb and spice knowledge
- Salad prep and dressing
- Produce preparation
- Sanitation and hygiene
- Order execution
- Inventory management
- Pressure management
- Punctual and reliable
- Active listening
Certification
Advanced Culinary Certificate of Completion, ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate
Timeline
Dietary Cook
Imperial Health Care Center
09.2023 - Current
Prep/Bake/Dish
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
10.2021 - 09.2023
Crew Trainer
Taco Bell
09.2019 - 07.2021
Prep /Cashier
Upper Crust
01.2019 - 04.2019
High School Diploma - Visual Arts
Eastside High school
08.2006 - 05.2010
Advanced Culinary Training -
Treasure Island Job Corps
Basic Culinary Training -
Inland Empire Job Corps
Graphic Design
Victor Valley College