Rose Thompson
New Market,IA
Summary
Dedicated Head Cook passionate about creating memorable meals. Knowledgeable in [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Offering successful career history comprising more than 25 years. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 25 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 kitchen skills.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Turnbull Child Center
Shenandoah, IA
02.2001 - 03.2022
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
- Determined purchasing specifications and budgetary allotments for all menu items.
- Serve Safe Courses taken
- CACFP Certified
Cook
West Ridge
Clarnida, IA
02.1987 - 08.2000
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
Cook
Eiler Place
Clarinda , IA
11.1989 - 07.2000
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
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- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
- set up dinning room for breakfast,lunch,dinner
- prepare meals for elderly
- clean up dinning room
- clean kitchen
- took temps of food,freezers,coolers
- Labled and dated food items
Custodian
H&H Trailer
Bradiville, MO
08.1996 - 10.1999
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Collected, sorted and transported recyclable materials.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shenandoah High School
Shenandoah, IA05.1980
Skills
- Supply Ordering
- Sanitation and Cleaning
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Menu Planning
- Vendor Relationships
- Supply Estimates
- Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
- Standards Compliance
- Recordkeeping and Documentation
- Relationship Building
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Recipe Development
- Creative Thinking
- Decision Making
- Vendor Sourcing
- Inventory Management
- Safety and Risk Management
- Order Delivery Procedures
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Time Management
- Food Production
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food and Beverage Service
- Food Production Timing
Timeline
Head Cook
Turnbull Child Center
02.2001 - 03.2022
Custodian
H&H Trailer
08.1996 - 10.1999
Cook
Eiler Place
11.1989 - 07.2000
Cook
West Ridge
02.1987 - 08.2000
High School Diploma -
Shenandoah High School