Roxanne Ransom
Washington,DC
Summary
Culinary professional with extensive experience in delivering high-quality service and ensuring food safety. Proficient in multitasking and maintaining cleanliness in fast-paced environments. Recognized for improving customer experiences through strong communication and effective problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Breakfast Attendant
Homewood Suits by Hilton
Washington DC
05.2022 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, resulting in consistent quality of prepared foods.
- Displayed strong attention to detail when setting up buffet stations or cleaning the dining area after service.
- Maintained proper food handling procedures by following safety and sanitation guidelines diligently.
- Adhered to hotel brand standards when preparing meals and maintaining the appearance of the dining area.
- Anticipated guests' needs and delivered excellent customer service.
Sushi Chef
Kikka Sushi
Washington DC
01.2016 - 2022
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste while ensuring the consistent availability of necessary ingredients for daily operations.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Bakery/Pastry Chef
Harris Teeter
Washington DC
10.2012 - 2016
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
- Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
- Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Consistently met tight deadlines for special orders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
Education
GED -
ARCH TRAINING CENTER
Washington DC Skills
- Efficient multitasking
- Cleanliness standards
- Food safety knowledge
- Guest satisfaction
- Cash handling proficiency
- Beverage service
- Problem resolution
- Scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills
Timeline
Breakfast Attendant
Homewood Suits by Hilton
05.2022 - Current
Sushi Chef
Kikka Sushi
01.2016 - 2022
Bakery/Pastry Chef
Harris Teeter
10.2012 - 2016
GED -
ARCH TRAINING CENTER