Vanesaa Stephens
Houston
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Lead
SAGE Dining Services
Houston
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items following recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient levels and reporting shortages.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new menu items based on seasonal ingredients.
Senior Cook
Compass Group
09.2008 - 08.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and implemented daily menus, optimizing ingredient use and minimizing waste.
- Trained new cooks on culinary techniques and operational procedures, enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated food preparation for large-scale events, maintaining high-quality service under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pearland High School
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Cook Lead
SAGE Dining Services
08.2025 - Current
Senior Cook
Compass Group
09.2008 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Pearland High School