Hardworking and enthusiastic Retail Cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Cook
Bristol Facilities / ( Wellstar Kennestone )
04.2023 - Current
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced kitchen environment.
Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
Cook / Server
Powder Springs Center For Nursing And Healing
01.2022 - 03.2023
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for staff.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Sanitized and organized kitchen preparation areas and equipment according to food and health safety standards.
Followed standard recipes, menus and apportions according to established standards.
Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
Provided nourishing and health-conscious food to customers under sanitary conditions.
Responded to notes and complaints concerning menu items and meals, working to develop resolutions and satisfy residents' tastes and preferences.
Maintained awareness of individual dietary needs of residents and verified proper delivery of meals to correct residents.
Weighed, measured and processed ingredients according to recipe specifications and dietary requirements.
Prepared food for special parties and groups.
Performed tasks pertaining to transportation, preparation and setting up of delivery meals.
Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and serving process.
Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Trained and supervised new kitchen staff on food preparation and safety protocols.
Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Communicated with supervisor to discuss menu items, ingredients and nutritional values.
Followed proper procedures for use of government-provided commodities.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Overnight Stock Associate
Walmart
03.2019 - 01.2022
Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
Realigned merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
Collected assigned merchandise and transported to store floor locations using hand trucks.
Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
Stayed current on available products, store promotions, and customer service policies to better serve shoppers.
Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
Conducted daily inventory counts and verified accuracy of product levels.
Managed orders to verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Cook / Housekeeper
Smyrna Bilingual Academy
05.2019 - 03.2020
Planned and followed menus featuring nutritionally, balanced food for children
Ordered and received food, supplies and maintained their inventory levels
Maintained correct and timely records and cleaned and disinfected kitchen and equipment daily.
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
Asst. Cook
Douglsaville Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
06.2017 - 03.2019
Assisted head cook with all breakfast and lunch menu
options.
Sanitized and organized kitchen preparation areas and equipment according to food and health safety standards.
Followed standard recipes, menus and apportions according to established standards.
Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
Provided nourishing and health-conscious food to customers under sanitary conditions.
Responded to notes and complaints concerning menu items and meals, working to develop resolutions and satisfy residents' tastes and preferences.
Maintained awareness of individual dietary needs of residents and verified proper delivery of meals to correct residents.
Weighed, measured and processed ingredients according to recipe specifications and dietary requirements.
Performed tasks pertaining to transportation, preparation and setting up of delivery meals.
Received orders, verified contents against invoices and assessed quality of products to verify conformance to organizational standards.
Assisted in hiring and evaluating of new kitchen staff.
Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and serving process.
Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Trained and supervised new kitchen staff on food preparation and safety protocols.
Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Communicated with supervisor to discuss menu items, ingredients and nutritional values.
Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
Followed proper procedures for use of government-provided commodities.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Dietary Clerk / Supervisor
Liberty House / Majestic Nursing And Rehab
02.1998 - 02.2017
Ensured food supplies for next day production were readily available
Completed preps as were required
Trained and mentored new hires,monitored weekly inventory and documented supply count to ensure new products were ordered in a timely manner
Prepare and supervise food prep in accordance with prescribed patient and resident diet specifications, facility procedures and dietary sanitation regulations.
Printed menus, tray tickets, tallies and nourishment labels.
Built relationships to promote collaborative environment.
Focused on satisfying patients' food service needs and dietary requirements.
Checked trays on tray line for accuracy, temperature and appearance.
Delivered patient meal trays, beverages, snacks and floor stock.
Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
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