Rebecka Kelleher
Woodward,OK
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 5 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven knife skills. Proficient Sous Chef highly competent at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling challenges. 3-year background in high-end restaurant industry. Enthusiastic chef eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of kitchen operations and training in management. Motivated to learn, grow and excel with Morrison and client. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Experienced chef with over 5 years of experience in culinary. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Food and Nutrional Services
Morrison Healthcare Food Services
Woodward, OK
07.2022 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Navigated company through periods of significant change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Chef
Morrison Healthcare Food Services
Woodward, Oklahoma
10.2019 - Current
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepare anywhere from 3 - 5 meals for 2 - 3 different places daily.
Dietary Aide
Vici Nursing Home
Vici, Oklahoma
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Served meals to an average of 30 residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
BOH Line Cook
602 Bistro
Guthrie, Oklahoma
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Tasted, smelled and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Sous Chef
Kam's Kookery
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Cooked and delivered meals for small dinner parties ranging from 10 to 15 people
- Helped prepare food items for events (ribbon cutting, weddings, season kickoff for Thunder, etc.) ranging from 50 - 1000 individuals
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
Cook
Ash Street Assisted Living
Guthrie, Oklahoma
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Tasted, smelled and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Cook
Brookdale Assisted Living Facility
Stillwater, Oklahoma
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Tasted, smelled and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Daycare Worker
First Baptist Church
Woodward, Oklahoma
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
Horse Trainer
Cudd Quarter Horses
Woodward, Oklahoma
05.2007 - 12.2015
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Assessed animals and consulted with owners about suitability for desired use based on temperament, age and other factors.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Directed training program helping as many as 60 colts improve behaviors and meet owner targets.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Acclimated every animal to feel of different harnesses and equipment by steadily increasing touches and overall use.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Received training directives from horse and stable owners and provided oral and written reports of horse progress towards training objectives.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
- Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
Horse Trainer
Good Horse Farms
Woodard, Oklahoma
03.2004 - 08.2011
- Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Assessed animals and consulted with owners about suitability for desired use based on temperament, age and other factors.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors and diet to isolate and address concerns.
- Acclimated every animal to feel of different harnesses and equipment by steadily increasing touches and overall use.
- Monitored horses health and statuses before races or competitions.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
- Received training directives from horse and stable owners and provided oral and written reports of horse progress towards training objectives.
- Treatment minor horse injuries.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
- Rode horses to meet required pace or timed work and executed jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
- Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
- Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
- Cued or signaled animals during performances.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Platt College
No Degree - Criminal Justice And American Sign Language
William Woods University
No Degree - General Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Skills
- Sanitation guidelines
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Forecasting and planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Effective communications
- Utensils and equipment
- Steady food flows
- Baking and broiling skills
- Order delivery practices
- Problem-solving
- Food inventories
- Food preparation and safety
- Food spoilage prevention
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff Training and Development
- Schedule Preparation
- Performance Evaluations
- Key Performance Indicators
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Schedule Management
- Reliability
- Adaptability
Certification
ServSafe
Timeline
Director of Food and Nutrional Services
Morrison Healthcare Food Services
07.2022 - Current
Chef
Morrison Healthcare Food Services
10.2019 - Current
Dietary Aide
Vici Nursing Home
05.2019 - 10.2019
BOH Line Cook
602 Bistro
01.2019 - 03.2019
Sous Chef
Kam's Kookery
09.2018 - 01.2019
Cook
Ash Street Assisted Living
01.2018 - 09.2018
Cook
Brookdale Assisted Living Facility
06.2017 - 09.2017
Daycare Worker
First Baptist Church
05.2014 - 04.2017
Horse Trainer
Cudd Quarter Horses
05.2007 - 12.2015
Horse Trainer
Good Horse Farms
03.2004 - 08.2011
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Platt College
No Degree - Criminal Justice And American Sign Language
William Woods University
No Degree - General Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University