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Sharon Secrest

Riverbank,CA

Summary

Meticulous Cook with 40 years of experience in many kitchens, including hotels, restaurants, bakeries and currently in school Nutrition services. Expert in maintaining kitchen efficiency with extensive knowledge of all types of food preparation and kitchen sanitization protocols. Committed to speedy, efficient and high-quality kitchen help. High standards for cleanliness and willingness to take on extra tasks to maintain excellent quality.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook's Helper

Sylvan Union School District
03.2016 - Current
  • Maintain efficiency and flow of central kitchen kitchen by helping lead cook complete daily tasks.
  • Follow food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Portion meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
  • Clean and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Maintain composure and work quality while under stress.
  • Maintain high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.

Baker

Oakdale Cheese And Specialties
10.1996 - 06.2015
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
  • Developed creative seasonal recipes, attracting new customers and increasing bakery sales.
  • Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.

Cook

Perko's Cafe
01.1992 - 11.1996
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.

Cook

Doubletree Hotel
12.1986 - 01.1992
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Irvington High School
Fremont, CA
06.1980

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Food handling
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Recipe Following
  • Portion Control
  • Allergy awareness
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Food handling guidelines
  • Menu item preparation
  • Food Handler Certification

Timeline

Cook's Helper

Sylvan Union School District
03.2016 - Current

Baker

Oakdale Cheese And Specialties
10.1996 - 06.2015

Cook

Perko's Cafe
01.1992 - 11.1996

Cook

Doubletree Hotel
12.1986 - 01.1992

High School Diploma -

Irvington High School
Sharon Secrest