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Sara Brown

Abilene

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Student Nutrition Cook at Abilene Independent School District, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional food preparation and strong multitasking abilities. Expert in maintaining health and safety compliance while fostering teamwork and collaboration, ensuring high-quality meals that accommodate special dietary needs. Committed to operational efficiency and positive guest experiences.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Nutrition Cook

Abilene Independent School District
08.2011 - Current
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • 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.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education

Cisco Junior College
Abilene, TX

Wylie High School
Abilene, TX
05.2002

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Food preparation
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Kitchen organization
  • Sanitation
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Performance improvement
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Allergen awareness
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Effective planner
  • Operations management
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Labor management
  • Staff training
  • Positive and professional
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Calm demeanor
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Student Nutrition Cook

Abilene Independent School District
08.2011 - Current

No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education

Cisco Junior College

Wylie High School