Ronnie Warren
Washington
Summary
Organized Kitchen Steward bringing over 40 years of experience working in large full-service restaurants. Motivated and knowledgeable about proper food handling and sanitation techniques. Skilled in operating and maintaining dishwashing equipment and preparing workstations.
Dynamic kitchen professional with extensive experience at MGM Resorts, excelling in sanitation methods and waste disposal. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency through meticulous organization and strong knife handling skills. Recognized for maintaining high cleanliness standards, contributing to improved health inspections, and supporting team collaboration during peak service hours.
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Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant/Assistant Food Runner
T & T Carryout
09.1998 - 02.2008
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Food Service /Kitchen Assistant
Old Soldiers Home
08.1999 - 09.2010
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Utilized knife skills to expertly chop, slice, and dice ingredients as needed for recipes.
Kitchen Steward
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
06.2008 - 08.2024
- Washed utensils, cookware, dishes and trays.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining dishwashing and cleaning processes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, resulting in improved health and safety inspections.
- Drained, stacked and dried items after washing.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
- Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
- Supported banquet services by setting up event spaces and ensuring all necessary equipment was available and clean.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
Kitchen Steward
MGM Resorts
10.2018 - Current
- Washed utensils, cookware, dishes and trays.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining dishwashing and cleaning processes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, resulting in improved health and safety inspections.
- Drained, stacked and dried items after washing.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Assisted cooks with basic food preparation tasks when needed, aiding in meeting tight deadlines during busy periods.
- Managed waste disposal efficiently, complying with established environmental policies and regulations.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Consistently maintained a sanitary work environment through diligent cleaning practices, reducing cross-contamination risks significantly.
Education
Cardozo
Washington, DC01-1974
Skills
- Waste disposal
- Sanitation methods
- Dishwashing
- Cleaning proficiency
- Food presentation
- Knife handling
- Portion control
- Organization
- Food storage
- Utensil handling
- Basic cooking
- Cleaning
Timeline
Kitchen Steward
MGM Resorts
10.2018 - Current
Kitchen Steward
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
06.2008 - 08.2024
Food Service /Kitchen Assistant
Old Soldiers Home
08.1999 - 09.2010
Cook's Assistant/Assistant Food Runner
T & T Carryout
09.1998 - 02.2008
Cardozo
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