- Baking
- Woodworking
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Enjoy participating in baking competitions for overall physical and mental well-being
- Cooking
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Dancing
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Music
- Cake Decorating
Selena Maberry
Baker
Ludowici,GA
Work Preference
Summary
Culinary Specialist with proven expertise in the kitchen safety, sanitation, organization, food preparation, baking kills, allergy awareness, and skills in developing specialized meals for clients with specialized diets. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards to enhance guest satisfaction through effective collaborations with vendors and mentorship for junior personnel.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Specialist
United States Navy, USN
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered collaborative environment among culinary staff to boost morale and performance.
- Increased overall efficiency by cross-training staff in various cooking techniques and station responsibilities.
- Mentored junior culinary staff, fostering professional growth and supporting skill development.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Upheld the highest standards of quality control throughout all stages of food production from ingredient sourcing to final plating.
- Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality meals and maintaining timely food service.
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent delivery of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
- Boost morale through various pastries, cakes, cookies and pies
Culinary Specialist
United States Navy, USN
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented meal plans adhering to nutritional guidelines and dietary restrictions.
- Supervised food preparation, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained junior personnel in culinary techniques and operational procedures.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Evaluated food service operations, identifying areas for process improvements.
- Led a team in producing high-quality meals under tight timelines during deployments.
- Streamlined kitchen workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing preparation times.
- Reduced food waste through efficient inventory management and proper rotation of ingredients.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health department regulations.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours by quickly adapting to changing demands within the kitchen environment.
Crew Member
Gate Gourmet
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all patrons.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining safety and cleanliness standards at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation and order assembly processes.
- Assisted in training new crew members on operational procedures and best practices.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving kitchen efficiency.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
Barista
Tim Horton's
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Prepared and served high-quality beverages in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new team members on beverage preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies to meet customer demand effectively.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Monitored equipment performance, conducting routine maintenance for optimal operation.
- Implemented improved workflow processes that enhanced service speed and quality consistency.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional strategies that increased customer engagement.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Keiser University
Jacksonville, FL10-2025
Skills
- Baking techniques
- Food service
- Allergen awareness
- Menu development
- Garnishing techniques
- Pastry skills
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
Knife skills
Accomplishments
- Achieved a passing grade in sanitation and safety by completing general cleaning with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of specialized dietary menus.
Certification
- Sanitation Training - August 2018- Present
- CPR Training - August 2018- Present
- Food Handlers Training - August 2018- Present
Interests
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- United States Navy
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Timeline
Culinary Specialist
United States Navy, USN
01.2024 - Current
Culinary Specialist
United States Navy, USN
01.2018 - 12.2023
Crew Member
Gate Gourmet
01.2017 - 06.2018
Barista
Tim Horton's
03.2016 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Keiser University