Samantha Turpel
Union,IL
Summary
Hardworking and dependable food service professional with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality and school nutrition industry. Proven leadership as a head waitress and head cook, with extensive training in safety, sanitation, child nutrition, and customer service. Recognized for strong organizational skills, efficiency, and a commitment to food safety and student well-being.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Cook
Elementary & Middle School
Woodstock, IL
01.2022 - Current
- - Oversee daily kitchen operations for both elementary and middle school cafeterias
- - Prepare and serve meals in accordance with USDA school nutrition standards
- - Maintain accurate records of food service data and lunch counts
- - Order and manage inventory for all food and supplies
- - Ensure compliance with food safety standards and cleanliness protocols
Waitress
Allen's Corner Diner
Hampshire, IL
01.2015 - 01.2022
- - Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced diner environment
- - Managed table assignments, upselling, order taking, and cashier duties
- - Trained new staff and supervised front-of-house operations
Waitress
Allen's Corner Restaurant
Hampshire, IL
01.2005 - 01.2015
- - Provided friendly and attentive service to guests
- - Maintained cleanliness and compliance with health regulations
- - Handled cash and closed out register at end of shift
Education
Vocational College - Massage Therapy
First Institute Inc
Crystal Lake, IL01.2006
High School Diploma - undefined
Marengo High School
Marengo, IL01.2005
Skills
- Food Preparation & Sanitation
- Inventory Management
- Cash Handling & Register Balancing
- Staff Supervision & Team Coordination
- Customer Service
- Organizational Skills
- Safety & Compliance Training
- Time Management
- Basic Math & Upselling
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- Certifications:
- - ServSafe Food Protection Manager
- - Food Handler Certification
- GCN Trainings (2022-2025):
- - Food Safety / Food Handler
- - Hand Washing
- - Cleaning Chemicals
- - National School Lunch Program
- - Preventing Back Injuries
- - Allergy Management / Food Allergies
- - Civil Rights Training for Child Nutrition Professionals
- - Student Discipline
- - Ethics & Boundaries for School Employees
- - Sexual Harassment Awareness (IL)
- - Suicide Prevention
- - Diabetes Awareness
- - Mental Illness Awareness for Educators
- - Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
- - Bloodborne Pathogens
- - Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness
Timeline
Head Cook
Elementary & Middle School
01.2022 - Current
Waitress
Allen's Corner Diner
01.2015 - 01.2022
Waitress
Allen's Corner Restaurant
01.2005 - 01.2015
Vocational College - Massage Therapy
First Institute Inc
High School Diploma - undefined
Marengo High School