Therese Miner
PARK CITY,IL
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in menu planning, food safety, and staff training. Proven ability to streamline operations and enhance customer service in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
GreenTown Tavern
Waukegan, Illinois
05.2021 - 05.2026
- Operated kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, and fryers to deliver timely and high-quality meals.
- Prepared diverse dishes adhering to standard recipes and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations, supporting a safe and efficient cooking environment.
- Assisted with inventory management to ensure optimal ingredient stock levels.
Kitchen Manager, cook and bartender
Frolic Tavern
Waukegan, Illinois
06.2013 - 05.2021
- Streamlined kitchen operations through effective staff management and shift scheduling, enhancing workflow.
- Ensured adherence to safety standards while overseeing food preparation processes.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels and ordered supplies to meet kitchen demands.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and equipment operation, facilitating faster integration into team.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality in meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes, and plate presentation.
Ast Manager,Cashier ,Stock
Deals
Waukegan, Illinois
01.2003 - 06.2013
- Facilitated team meetings to synchronize project updates and address operational challenges.
- Oversaw inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Introduced procedures to enhance workflow efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards.
- Evaluated staff performance and resolved issues promptly to enhance overall outcomes.
- Enforced customer service standards, resolving issues to maintain high-quality service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waukegan West
Waukegan, IL06-1987
Skills
- Menu execution
- Recipe development
- Food safety
- Food safety certification
- Inventory management
- Kitchen maintenance
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Portion control
- Plating and presentation
- Food presentation
- Quality assurance
- Menu planning
- Staff training
- Time management
- Customer service
- Allergen awareness
- Food handling
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Food Manager Licenses
- Bassett
Timeline
Cook
GreenTown Tavern
05.2021 - 05.2026
Kitchen Manager, cook and bartender
Frolic Tavern
06.2013 - 05.2021
Ast Manager,Cashier ,Stock
Deals
01.2003 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Waukegan West