Shaunda K Curtis
Bryan,TX
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Big Top Learning Center, excelling in meal preparation and food safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and multitasking. Skilled in cooking and organization, with a strong focus on accommodating dietary needs and fostering a clean, efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Big Top Learning Center
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals following dietary guidelines for children's nutritional needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area to ensure food safety compliance.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and children's preferences.
- Collaborated with staff to accommodate special dietary restrictions effectively.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Supervisor
Bvcaa-brazos Valley Community Action Agency
02.2013 - 2020
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Trained new employees on workflow procedures and company policies to enhance productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking efforts to maintain supply chain efficiency.
- Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and support staff development.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly, enhancing overall service quality and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to develop training materials aimed at increasing team effectiveness.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Lead Teacher
Brazos Valley Montessori
2003 - 2013
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for diverse student needs.
- Mentored and trained junior teachers in Montessori methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with parents to support student development and engagement.
- Designed engaging curriculum materials that promote hands-on learning experiences.
Education
Blinn College
Brenham, TXSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Portion control
Timeline
Cook
Big Top Learning Center
11.2024 - Current
Supervisor
Bvcaa-brazos Valley Community Action Agency
02.2013 - 2020
Lead Teacher
Brazos Valley Montessori
2003 - 2013
Blinn College