Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Tammy  Elkins

Tammy Elkins

Willis,MI

Summary

Skilled in preparation and fostering teamwork, I excelled at Continental Food Service by enhancing kitchen efficiency and food safety. Leveraging my expertise in food plating and sanitation practices, I significantly contributed to a fast-paced environment, focusing on quality and customer satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Service Prep Cook

Continental Food Service
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Food Service Worker

Chardwell
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
  • Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
  • Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
  • Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
  • Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.

Food Service Representative

St Joseph Mercy Hospital Ypsilanti
05.2011 - 04.2020
  • Utilized consultative sales and closing techniques to meet sales objectives.
  • Delivered targeted sales presentations to customers and prospects.
  • Exhibited functional knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Business Relationship Management (BRM) principles and practices.
  • Furnished management with timely sales activities reports.

Education

High School Diploma - Culinary Arts

John Glenn High School , Westland, MI
06.1990

Skills

  • Sauce preparation
  • Vegetable washing
  • Heavy lifting
  • Cooking equipment setup
  • Menu memorization
  • Food plating
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Garnish preparation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Sanitation practices
  • Food safety oversight
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Inventory stocking
  • Safe food handling
  • Portion control
  • Food processing

Timeline

Food Service Prep Cook - Continental Food Service
07.2024 - 12.2024
Food Service Worker - Chardwell
01.2022 - 05.2024
Food Service Representative - St Joseph Mercy Hospital Ypsilanti
05.2011 - 04.2020
John Glenn High School - High School Diploma, Culinary Arts
Tammy Elkins