Shirley Thompson
Lanett,AL
Summary
Well-rounded Chef offering 20 years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Caterer
Shirley's kitchen
Lanett, AL
01.2015 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the client's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
Catering Assistant
Auburn University
Auburn , AL
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events.
- Prepared food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Ensured quality control of all food products before serving.
- Supported chefs in preparing meals for large groups efficiently and on time.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
Kitchen Supervisor
Sodexo Food Service
Lynchburg , VA
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of kitchen personnel.
- Provided guidance to junior chefs on complex cooking techniques.
- Collaborated with other supervisors on various projects related to restaurant operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO11-2021
Skills
- Resource Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Workflow Optimization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Meal Preparation
- Purchasing
- Dish Preparation
- Menu Development
- Business Management
- Recipe Development
- Knife Skills
- Cooking Techniques
- Menu Planning
- Recipe Creation
- Culinary Expertise
- Kitchen Management
- Banquets and Catering
- Sauce Preparation
- Seafood Preparation
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Excellent Communication
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Motivated
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Teambuilding
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Barack Obama
Timeline
Catering Assistant
Auburn University
11.2023 - 01.2024
Kitchen Supervisor
Sodexo Food Service
07.2023 - 09.2023
Chef/Caterer
Shirley's kitchen
01.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts