Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Server

Rebecca Talley

Food Service
Locust Grove,GA

Summary

Hardworking individual bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable, possessing excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Cook

Atlanta Achievers Academy
Atlanta, GA
08.2018 - Current
  • Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
  • Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware between tasks.
  • Heated prepared foods in ovens or on grills according to recipes or instructions.
  • Observed and tested foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
  • Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
  • Followed health and safety regulations while handling food and beverages.
  • Monitored quality control of all dishes served to ensure compliance with health code.
  • Ensured that kitchen was kept clean at all times by sweeping floors, washing surfaces.
  • Accurately weighed ingredients for each dish in order to maintain portion control standards.
  • Took temperature of cooked foods to verify they were cooked thoroughly before serving them.
  • Recorded temperatures on appropriate logs and reports to notify supervisor of discrepancies.
  • Prepared simple dishes like salads, sandwiches, as per instructions from the cook.

Head Chef

Bouldercrest Church of Christ
Atlanta , GA
02.2016 - Current
  • Developed and implemented menus for Biweekly Feed the Hungry Program based on nutrition and budget guidelines. As well as prepared these meals on a weekly basis. Planned and prepared meals for family Repast meals for 50+ family and church members. Set and decorated tables and drink station. Served meals tableside as well as buffet style.
  • Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting volunteers.
  • Prepared and cooked food according to recipes, using a variety of kitchen equipment.
  • Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
  • Supervised a team of 2-6 volunteer prep and wait staff to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Trained volunteers on proper techniques for cooking various types of foods.
  • Directed tasks to volunteers, including assigning duties, monitoring progress, and providing guidance when necessary.
  • Ordered supplies, ingredients, as needed for the kitchen. Additionally shopped for food items, as well as ordered catered dishes from outside sources.
  • Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
  • Established portion sizes and monitored the amount of food served.
  • Maintained inventory of all food items and ensured proper storage techniques were used. Insured proper food rotation to maximize quality of food. Regularly cleaned and organize food and supplies storage areas.
  • Ensured that all safety and sanitation regulations were followed while preparing meals.
  • Kept work area organized, clean, and sanitized throughout shift operations.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations at end of event.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA

Skills

  • Supply Restocking
  • Grilling
  • Fine Dining
  • Surface Cleaning
  • Food Presentation
  • Sanitation

Affiliations

  • President's List for three consecutive semesters
  • Member of National Honor's Society

Certification

  • ServSafe Certificate
  • License: 2022-2027

Timeline

Substitute Cook

Atlanta Achievers Academy
08.2018 - Current

Head Chef

Bouldercrest Church of Christ
02.2016 - Current

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Southern Crescent Technical College
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