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Sydney Woods

Killeen,TX

Summary

Motivated professional dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Supervisor

AdventHealth
Killeen, TX
07.2011 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in developing training materials for new staff members on safety practices, sanitation protocols and other policies.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies as needed.
  • Monitored food quality control and safety standards to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Coordinated the ordering of ingredients, supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
  • Implemented systems designed to improve efficiency within the kitchen environment.
  • Supervised and managed the kitchen staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
  • Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff based on business needs while maintaining labor cost controls.
  • Performed regular inspections of kitchen equipment to ensure it is properly maintained.
  • Conducted regular meetings with kitchen staff to discuss menu changes, customer feedback and operational issues.
  • Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.
  • Solved customer complaints quickly and efficiently when necessary.
  • Monitored waste levels throughout shift hours to reduce spoilage costs.
  • Researched innovative recipes that could be added to the menu while staying within budgetary constraints.
  • Ensured that all food products were stored correctly at appropriate temperatures according to health department standards.

Cook

PCSI
Killeen, TX
06.2004 - 07.2011
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
  • Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.

Education

High School Diploma -

Stuttgart High School
Stuttgart, AR
06-1992

Skills

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Food Safety Regulations
  • Food Storage
  • Food presentation
  • Seafood Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Team Supervision
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Staff Training
  • Inventory Management

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Month
  • Catering Recognition

Affiliations

  • Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Committee

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook Supervisor

AdventHealth
07.2011 - 05.2024

Cook

PCSI
06.2004 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Stuttgart High School

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