SANDRA REDDITT
Baton Rouge,Louisiana
Summary
Very Skilled Head Cook with a proven track record at EBR School Board, excelling in meal preparation and food safety, while enhancing kitchen efficiency and team communication. Mastered food plating, significantly elevating dining experiences and customer satisfaction. Expert in maintaining cleanliness, surpassing health standards, and mentoring staff, contributing to a notable increase in establishment patronage. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Head Cook position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
EBR School Board
09.2011 - Current
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
Head Cook
Charity Christian Academy
09.2009 - 08.2011
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Head Cook
Carville Job Corps Academy
05.2005 - 09.2009
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on culinary techniques and fostering professional growth within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mckinley Senior High School
Baton Rouge, LA05.1974
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Meal Preparation
- Food Storage
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Food allergy understanding
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
Timeline
Head Cook
EBR School Board
09.2011 - Current
Head Cook
Charity Christian Academy
09.2009 - 08.2011
Head Cook
Carville Job Corps Academy
05.2005 - 09.2009
High School Diploma -
Mckinley Senior High School
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