Terrence Cook
Racine
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook & Cleaner
Country View Assisted Living
Oak Creek
08.2024 - Current
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Housekeeper & Cook
Kenosha Place Assisted
Kenosha
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
- Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
Cleaner& Floor Tech
Sunshine Cleaning Company
South Milwaukee
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Mixed chemicals for use in cleaning processes according to safety instructions provided by manufacturer labels.
- Scrubbed walls to remove scuff marks or stains.
- Washed windows both inside and outside of the facility.
- Swept sidewalks and driveways of debris.
- Emptied trash cans and replaced liners as needed.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
- Responded promptly to all customer complaints regarding cleanliness issues.
- Complied with health regulations related to the handling of hazardous chemicals used during cleaning processes.
- Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
- Transported trash bags to designated disposal areas.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Maintained cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition.
- Stocked supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels in restrooms.
- Polished furniture to remove dust and dirt buildup.
Floor Technician & Housekeeping
Manor of Kenosha
Kenosha
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Stripped old wax from floors using chemical strippers and scrapers.
- Consulted with supervisor on any issues related to floor maintenance tasks.
- Provided customer service by addressing customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Applied new finish to floors using brushes, rollers, or trowels.
- Performed regular maintenance on machinery used for floor care tasks.
- Inspected floors for signs of wear or damage and repaired accordingly.
- Identified any potential safety hazards around the worksite area.
- Adhered to all company policies regarding health and safety regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness.
- Restocked supplies as needed between shifts to ensure adequate supply levels at all times.
- Checked machinery for proper functioning before use.
- Moved furniture and other objects as necessary for floor maintenance.
- Monitored work areas to ensure that no debris was left behind after cleaning.
- Kept accurate records of supplies used during each shift.
Housekeeping Cleaner
Ridgewood Nursing Home
Racine
03.2011 - 01.2015
- Transported trash to designated disposal areas.
- Checked all equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to use.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, replenished supplies such as soap and toilet paper.
- Stocked linen closets with fresh supplies of towels and linens.
- Performed deep cleaning tasks such as shampooing carpets or steam cleaning upholstery.
- Provided assistance with moving heavy furniture or appliances when necessary.
- Maintained a clean work area at all times by sweeping or vacuuming daily.
- Vacuumed upholstered furniture and curtains, washed windows, removed cobwebs.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Reported any maintenance issues to supervisor immediately.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies used throughout the facility.
- Assisted with laundry duties as needed, including sorting, washing, drying and folding items.
- Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
Environmental Services Specialist
Ascension All Saints Hospital
Racine
09.2008 - 01.2011
- Inspected facilities to identify any health or safety violations.
- Conducted research on potential environmental hazards and identified solutions.
- Helped prevent spread of infections by sanitizing surfaces, furniture and equipment.
- Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
- Kept trash cans empty by removing regularly from rooms, bathrooms and hallways.
- Exceeded facility standards regularly by working with detail-oriented approach.
- Drafted documents outlining protocols for maintaining a healthy environment.
- Provided guidance to staff on environmental policies and best practices.
- Coordinated clean-up activities for hazardous materials spills or contamination sites.
- Developed plans for remediation of contaminated sites.
Education
GED -
Martin Luther King
Chicago, IL06-1990
Skills
- Food preparation and safety
- Recipe adjustment
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Customer service
Timeline
Cook & Cleaner
Country View Assisted Living
08.2024 - Current
Housekeeper & Cook
Kenosha Place Assisted
01.2021 - 09.2023
Cleaner& Floor Tech
Sunshine Cleaning Company
05.2019 - 01.2021
Floor Technician & Housekeeping
Manor of Kenosha
02.2015 - 02.2019
Housekeeping Cleaner
Ridgewood Nursing Home
03.2011 - 01.2015
Environmental Services Specialist
Ascension All Saints Hospital
09.2008 - 01.2011
GED -
Martin Luther King