Toyesha Polite
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Rehability Care
Stockbridge, GA
09.2023 - Current
- Led kitchen staff during meal preparation to optimize workflow and enhance meal quality
- Coordinated meal service with nursing and support teams to ensure timely and appropriate nutrition for residents
- Planned menus around dietary needs and texture requirements
- Maintained kitchen sanitation and food safety standards to uphold health regulations and ensure resident safety
- Ordered ingredients and managed kitchen inventory levels
- Prepared resident meals for rehabilitation care setting
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
Conyers, Georgia
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Prepared Hampton Inn & Suites breakfast buffet with fresh food and beverage stations.
- Replenished breakfast items, coffee, juice, and condiments throughout guest service hours.
- Monitored food safety, temperature, and freshness for Hilton brand standards.
- Maintained clean dining areas, serving counters, and kitchen surfaces for guest comfort.
- Greeted guests and answered breakfast service questions with friendly hospitality.
- Stocked breakfast supplies, including utensils and linens, to ensure efficient service., utensils, linens, and disposable items for daily breakfast operations.
Supervisor
Juvenile Detention Center
Decatur, GA
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Supervised detention staff during shifts, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. detention staff during juvenile housing unit shifts
- Monitored resident behavior and enforced center rules
- Coordinated shift briefings with custody and counseling staff
- Documented incidents, restraints, and resident observations
- Responded to emergencies and directed evacuation procedures
- Reviewed logs, reports, and daily facility paperwork
- Trained new staff on security and de-escalation practices
- Guided and directed subordinates on job duties, enhancing overall team effectiveness.
Food Service Worker
DeKalb County Board of Education
Stone Mountain, Georgia
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Prepared and served meals for DeKalb County Board of Education school cafeterias.
- Assisted with portioning, packaging, and distributing student breakfast and lunch items.
- Followed food safety procedures during meal preparation and kitchen cleanup.
- Monitored food temperatures and maintained proper holding conditions in service lines.
- Operated dishwashing equipment and sanitized utensils, trays, and serving areas.
- Cleaned counters, floors, and equipment after meal periods in school kitchens.
- Stored groceries and supplies according to DeKalb County Board of Education standards.
Leasing Consultant
Promise Homes Inc
Stone Mountain
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Presented lease terms and rental options to prospective residents, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Conducted property tours for prospects at Promise Homes Inc communities.
- Processed applications and verified rental, income, and background information.
- Prepared lease documents and collected signatures for new move-ins.
- Responded to resident questions about leasing, renewals, and unit availability.
- Updated property management records and leasing files, ensuring accurate tracking of tenant information.
Human Resources Associate
Dekalb County Schools
Stone Mountain, Georgia
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Supported DeKalb County Schools hiring through onboarding and new hire paperwork.
- Coordinated benefits enrollment, leave requests, and employee eligibility changes.
- Maintained employee records in district HRIS and personnel files.
- Processed background checks and credential documents for school staff.
- Assisted with payroll corrections and timekeeping for district employees.
Front Line Manager
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
Stockbridge, GA
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Supervised front-line team at Golden Corral buffet service during busy meal periods.
- Coordinated shift assignments to support dining room and kitchen flow.
- Trained new associates on guest service, food handling, and restaurant standards.
- Monitored buffet stations for cleanliness, freshness, and proper presentation.
- Enforced sanitation procedures across buffet, dining area, and service counters.
- Resolved guest concerns with professionalism and prompt follow-up.
- Checked opening and closing duties for front-of-house operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Business
Strayer University
Lithonia, GA 01.2026 - 11.2026
Some College (No Degree) -
Martin Luther King Jr High School
Lithonia, GASkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Payroll administration
- Employee onboarding
- Record keeping
- Customer service
- Interview coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Office administration
- Team leadership
- Food safety standards
Timeline
Associate of Science - Business
Strayer University
01.2026 - 11.2026
Chef
Rehability Care
09.2023 - Current
Breakfast Attendant
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
03.2021 - 09.2022
Supervisor
Juvenile Detention Center
05.2019 - 02.2022
Leasing Consultant
Promise Homes Inc
06.2017 - 08.2018
Human Resources Associate
Dekalb County Schools
08.2016 - 08.2017
Food Service Worker
DeKalb County Board of Education
08.2015 - 08.2020
Front Line Manager
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
06.2010 - 06.2015
Some College (No Degree) -
Martin Luther King Jr High School