Teresa Whittington
Meals On Wheels of Jefferson County
52 Caplinger Drive
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Meals On Wheels of Jefferson County, excelling in kitchen management and menu development. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective training and mentoring. Skilled in food safety regulations and problem-solving, committed to delivering exceptional service and optimizing operational efficiency.
Work History
Cook / Manager
2 Years 2 Months- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented menus that met nutritional guidelines for diverse client needs.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff to enhance culinary skills and efficiency.
- Coordinated food preparation and service schedules to optimize workflow and minimize waste.
Rescare of Virginia
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Responsible for cleaning the house, which is a group home, grocery shopping online, picking up order, transporting to school daily, making meals, responsible for personal hygiene for clients.
- Administering medication
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies, and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
Waitress and Trainer
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Took accurate orders and communicated efficiently with kitchen staff.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items to assist customers effectively.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Kitchen management
Ingredient sourcing
Sanitation standards
Temperature control
Food pairings
Knife skills
Cross-contamination prevention
Food presentation
Food storage
Meal planning
Health regulations
Food plating
Menu development
Sauce preparation
Waste reduction
Recipe creation
Ordering supplies
Portion control
Allergy awareness
Cost control
Garnishing techniques
Special diets
Food allergies
Cooking skills
Cleaning and sanitation
Food safety
Food safety regulations
Training and mentoring
Team management
Kitchen operations
HACCP planning
Food spoilage prevention
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Certification
Serve safe certificate
Timeline
Cook / Manager
Meals On Wheels of Jefferson County
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Rescare of Virginia
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