Tammy Kay
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
I have worked in foodservice sfor over 40 years..just keeping it simple
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
So Co Grille
York, SC
01.2022 - Current
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Reduced food costs Number% by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Prep Dishwasher
THE Garden Cafe
York, SC
10.2017 - 01.2022
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Effectively scrubbed and scoured pots and pans using Type and Type products to remove burnt-on food.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Maintained proper temperatures, behaviors and controls to meet or exceed health department standards.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Efficiently and quickly cleaned various dishes, silverware and Type to provide smooth service and reduce wait times.
- Performed routine maintenance on Type and Type equipment by request of managers.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean and properly sanitized.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Gently moved glassware, crystal and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
- Oversaw incoming deliveries, unboxing supplies, shelving stock and rotating items.
- Moved items from main storage areas to easily accessible small fridge, freezers and containers to support kitchen staff efficiency.
- Loaded more than Number glasses, silverware and dishes into dishwasher each shift, running average of Number loads per day.
- Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
- Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Used Type sprayer to loosen food residue and enhance cleaning.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Cafeteria Worker
York Distict One
York, SC
12.2007 - 06.2013
Education
GED -
CPCC
Charlotte NC06.1982
Skills
- Chopping Vegetables
- Food Storage
- Ingredient Selection
- New Recipe Creation
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Menu Memorization
- Purchasing and Receiving
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Product Rotations
- Bulk Food Preparation
- Regulatory Standards
- Safe Food Handling
- Proper Portioning
- Weights and Measurements
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Sauce Reduction and Parboiling
- Customer Service
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Sanitization Protocols
- Plating and Presentation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- Food Service Sanitation
- Heavy Lifting
- Dish Preparation
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Recipe Adherence
- Menu Planning
- Employee Retention
- Dishwasher Operation
- Meal Delivery
- Collaboration and Relationships
- Guest Inquiries
- Cooking and Baking
- Sauce Preparation
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Condiment Refilling
- Organic Ingredients
- Corporate Standards
- Standardized Recipes
- Surface Work
- Attention to Detail
- Tool Preparation
- Safe Work Practices
- Rotation Procedures
- Preservation Methods
- Customer Loyalty
- Cash Control
- Sanitary Standards
- Portion Standards
- Willingness to Learn
- Dietary Restrictions
- High-Volume Environments
- Sandwich Assembly
- Food Production Scheduling
- Personal Grooming Standards
- Restaurant Operation
- Kitchen Station Cleanliness
- Supplies Delivery
- Spoilage Control
- Temperature Control
- Accident Prevention
- Floor Sweeping
- Workload Prioritization
- Customer Preferences
- Order Accuracy
- Reading Comprehension
Timeline
Prep Cook
So Co Grille
01.2022 - Current
Prep Dishwasher
THE Garden Cafe
10.2017 - 01.2022
Cafeteria Worker
York Distict One
12.2007 - 06.2013
GED -
CPCC