Stephanie Armstrong
Hudson
Summary
Resourceful Cook known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in menu planning, inventory management, and health code compliance. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and consistent customer satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Cook
Self Employee
04.2006 - Current
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
Kitchen Lead
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
Port Richey
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all kitchen equipment.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure prompt delivery of buffet foods.
- Assisted in proper closing and pre-closing and opening
- Trained new employees on proper recipes and proper health and safety standards
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen area for cleanliness and safety.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Verified food preparation and cooking standards to ensure quality control.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
- Kept front line prepared and stocked for peak periods and encouraged staff to prepare small food batches frequently during slow periods.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Performed opening and closing kitchen supervisory tasks with proficient adherence to checklists.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
New Construction Cleaner
Clean Sweep Janitorial Services
Tarpon Springs
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Dusted furniture, light fixtures, window sills, baseboards and other surfaces.
- Cleaned windows and frames from any dirt grime.
- Used proper safety and handling of chemicals to ensure sanitation of home surfaces.
- Vacuumed, swept and cleaned all areas of homes in all stages of construction from dirt and grime.
Short Order Cook
Two sister’s convenient store
Old Town
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Sanitized workstation before and after shift to prevent illness and food contamination.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Assisted in developing new recipes for menu items as requested by management team.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Stocked refrigerators with meats, cheeses and condiments for use in preparing short order meals.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Cooked large batches of food quickly while following instructions accurately.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Prepared and cooked food items such as sandwiches, salads, hamburgers, french fries, fried chicken, and other menu items according to established recipes.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
Hot Cook
Sunstop Market
Cross City
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Adhered to all safety and sanitation regulations when handling food and beverages.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Carved ham, turkey and roast beef for use in sandwiches and buffet carving station.
- Maintained accurate records of all orders received from customers.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area throughout shift.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Cooked meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as portioned them out appropriately for service.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Assisted with closing duties such as cleaning work stations and restocking supplies.
- Cleaned dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment following health code regulations.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
Drive-Thru Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
Cross City
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Followed store policies and procedures in regards to cleaning and sanitizing.
- Kept drive-thru station well-stocked and organized to meet customer needs.
- Prepared drinks, ice cream and other special items to complete food orders.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks by following company guidelines.
- Completed end-of-shift tasks such as counting money in register drawers and reconciling transactions with receipts.
- Performed opening duties such as setting up registers with required supplies for shift operations.
- Prepared drive-thru station for next shift by refilling napkins, lids and straws at window.
Reptile Specialist
The Gourmet Rodent
High Springs
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
- Monitored temperature and humidity levels within reptile enclosures to ensure optimal conditions were maintained.
- Trained new staff members on proper handling techniques for reptiles.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Assisted with breeding programs by monitoring nesting sites and incubating eggs.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
- Repaired damaged habitats or constructed new ones as needed.
Cashier
Dollar Tree Stores
Hudson
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
Dietary Cook
Sunshine Christian Homes
New Port Richey
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Provided guidance on menu planning and nutrition education to customers.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Followed all safety regulations when handling food and kitchen utensils.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding dietary needs and requests.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Monitored stock levels of food items, supplies and equipment used in meal preparation.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Kept up-to-date records of all dietary menus and recipes used.
- Adjusted seasoning, garnishes, portion sizes as necessary for special diets.
- Maintained routine meal schedules and serving times.
- Inspected cooking surfaces and equipment to ensure they are clean and sanitary.
- Garnished and arranged plated meals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Education
GED -
Marchmen Technical School
Port Richey, FL05-2010
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Team building
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Grilling expertise
- Frying expertise
- Griddle expertise
- Sauté and sauce making expertise
- Customer service
- Kitchen equipment operation
Timeline
Kitchen Lead
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
10.2024 - 03.2025
New Construction Cleaner
Clean Sweep Janitorial Services
08.2019 - 05.2024
Short Order Cook
Two sister’s convenient store
01.2019 - 08.2019
Hot Cook
Sunstop Market
05.2018 - 02.2019
Drive-Thru Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2018 - 12.2018
Reptile Specialist
The Gourmet Rodent
11.2017 - 05.2018
Cashier
Dollar Tree Stores
07.2016 - 06.2017
Dietary Cook
Sunshine Christian Homes
06.2015 - 05.2016
Home Cook
Self Employee
04.2006 - Current
GED -
Marchmen Technical School