Shlonda Diamond
Lead Cook
Westmont,IL
Summary
Dedicated Culinary professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Director/Lead Cook
Silverado Senior Living
Highland Park And St Charles, Illinois
11.2015 - Current
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- maintained daily, monthly and quarterly budget reports
- met or exceeded the goals set as a director
- Helps with community events including grand openings
- Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
- Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
- Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to residents
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health
- managed department standards.
Home Care Provider
DHS Home Care Services
Chicago, IL
08.2004 - 05.2018
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications as directed by physician
Lead Dietary Aide
Kindred Hospital
Chicago, IL
10.2012 - 11.2016
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors and prep areas.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Educated patients about therapeutic nutrition, ingredients selection, food prep and meal planning.
- Use computer software to edit & maintain patients diet needs
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Cooking And Hospitality Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL12.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
North Western Business College
Chicago, IL06.2006
Skills
- Vendor Relationships
- Scheduling Equipment Repairs
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Managing Deliveries
- Monitoring Food Preparation
- Cooking Procedures
- Delivery Inspections
- Cooking and Baking
- Staff Scheduling
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- Microsoft Office
- Managing daily operations
Certification
- Servsafe License
- Follow appropriate cleaning & sanitation procedures
Timeline
Culinary Director/Lead Cook
Silverado Senior Living
11.2015 - Current
Lead Dietary Aide
Kindred Hospital
10.2012 - 11.2016
Home Care Provider
DHS Home Care Services
08.2004 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Cooking And Hospitality Institute of Chicago
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
North Western Business College