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Stephina Taylor

Spring,TX

Summary

Food-loving professional with vast understanding of cooking different cuisines and talented in plating with knack for creating memorable entrees. Known for thriving in fast-paced environments. Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. A Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service. Hardworking with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Caterer

Self-employeed
Spring, TX
04.2011 - Current
  • Developed catering menus to exceed client expectations yet meet tight budgets.
  • Practiced various safety methods daily to avoid food spoilage and food borne illnesses.
  • Created unique and fun catering meal options, which included seaside clambakes, pig roasts and summertime barbecues.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.

Home Health Care Aide

Private Home
Flint, MI
03.2021 - 01.2023
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
  • Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Monitored medications for patients with various conditions

Prep Cook

ANDERSON Catering
Flint, MI
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
  • Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
  • Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.

Cashier

Bath & Body Works
Spring, TX
08.2018 - 11.2018
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI

High School Diploma -

PENN STATE
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Skills

  • Cost Control and Budgeting
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Culinary Trends
  • Price Negotiation
  • Customer Service
  • Upbeat and Positive Personality
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • POS Systems and Ordering Platforms
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Building Customer Trust and Loyalty

Timeline

Home Health Care Aide

Private Home
03.2021 - 01.2023

Prep Cook

ANDERSON Catering
08.2020 - 05.2022

Cashier

Bath & Body Works
08.2018 - 11.2018

Event Caterer

Self-employeed
04.2011 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Lansing Community College

High School Diploma -

PENN STATE

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