Skye Symons
Cumberland,MD
Summary
Highly motivated CDM, CFPP & Servsafe certified. Successful at overseeing daily kitchen operations while motivating staff to reach their full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Food and Nutrition
Health Care Service Group
Frostburg, MD
06.2023 - Current
- Developed, implemented and monitored food service policies and procedures.
- Scheduled staff for meal preparation and delivery in accordance with patient needs.
- Supervised a team of cooks, dietitians, and other kitchen staff.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable health codes and regulations.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items and supplies to maintain an adequate supply of products at all times.
- Provided guidance on proper portion sizes, garnishing techniques and plate presentation methods.
- Identified areas for improvement within the food services department through periodic evaluations and audits.
- Reviewed customer feedback surveys to identify potential areas for improvement in the quality of foods served.
- Performed safety inspections of equipment used by kitchen personnel.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Kitchen Supervisor
Peace Healthcare at Mountain City Center
Frostburg, MD
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of kitchen personnel.
- Created daily, weekly and monthly work schedules for kitchen staff.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment to maintain efficient operations in the kitchen.
- Trained new employees on proper cooking techniques, recipes and food preparation methods.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients, supplies and equipment.
- Assisted with menu planning, budgeting and cost control processes in the kitchen.
- Established standards for portion sizes and plating presentation.
Supervisor of Patient Care (Dietary)
UPMC Western Maryland
Cumberland, MD
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
- Conducted kitchen inspections to ensure sanitation and safety procedures were followed.
- Oversaw the preparation of meals according to established recipes, portion control guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Supervised cafeteria staff during meal times ensuring that all orders were prepared correctly.
- Adhered to all local, state, federal regulations pertaining to dietary management practices.
Head Cook
Frostburg Nursing and Rehab (WMHS)
Frostburg, MD
08.2011 - 12.2019
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
- Trained new staff members in safe food handling procedures and knife skills.
- Monitored portion size and waste control to maintain cost effectiveness.
- Assisted with menu planning and recipe development when necessary.
- Provided guidance and support to cooks during busy periods or when unexpected issues arise.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD05-2010
Skills
- Waste Reduction
- Menu development
- Facility Maintenance
- Food presentation
- Cost Control
- Sanitation Standards
- Employee Scheduling
- Special Event Coordination
- Purchasing management
- Health regulations
- HACCP Knowledge
- Allergen awareness
- Staff Supervision
- Portion Control
Certification
- CDM CFPP
- ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Director of Food and Nutrition
Health Care Service Group
06.2023 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Peace Healthcare at Mountain City Center
10.2021 - 06.2023
Supervisor of Patient Care (Dietary)
UPMC Western Maryland
01.2020 - 10.2021
Head Cook
Frostburg Nursing and Rehab (WMHS)
08.2011 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Allegany College of Maryland
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