Tammy Taylor-Lavoie
MC LEANSBORO,IL
Summary
Dynamic kitchen professional with experience at Fox Meadows Assisted Living, excelling in meal preparation and team collaboration. Demonstrated leadership in optimizing kitchen operations and training staff, while ensuring adherence to food safety standards. Personable and efficient, I effectively managed time to enhance service delivery and foster a positive work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/kitchen Aide
Fox Meadows Assisted Liv
McLeansboro, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents.
- Assisted in meal planning and menu development to enhance variety and nutrition.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety regulations consistently.
- Collaborated with staff to accommodate individual dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper usage and maintenance procedures.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
Cook/kitchen Assistant
Silver Foxes
McLeansboro, IL
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Oversaw kitchen operations to guarantee timely and efficient meal preparation.
- Optimized scheduling activities to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Directed inventory management processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards through effective cleaning operations. Supported team members in organizing and executing cleaning schedules. Contributed to a positive workplace environment by following established cleaning protocols.
- Assisted in training new employees on company procedures and policies. Supported team members in skill development through hands-on workshops. Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions to enhance team collaboration.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of kitchen equipment and utensils. Supported team in ensuring efficient dishwashing operations. Contributed to a hygienic environment by promptly cleaning dishes and kitchenware.
Education
GED -
Grabite City Senior High
Granite City, ILSkills
Personable
Time management
Leadership
Certification
Food handlers and kitchen mgmt
Timeline
Cook/kitchen Aide
Fox Meadows Assisted Liv
08.2024 - Current
Cook/kitchen Assistant
Silver Foxes
04.2022 - 08.2024
GED -
Grabite City Senior High