Vanetta White
Bronx,NY
Summary
Ambitious and detail-oriented culinary professional with comprehensive training in knife skills, cooking techniques, food presentation, nutrition, and food safety and sanitation. Committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences through creativity, precision, and teamwork. Seeking a position in a dynamic environment to contribute to high-quality food preparation and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Intern
Volunteers of America-Greater New York
01.2015
- Assisted with food preparation and supported cooking activities to ensure timely meal production.
- Provided input on ingredient selection to enhance flavors and improve dish quality.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to food safety and sanitation protocols.
- Contributed to menu design, incorporating creative and practical meal options to meet diverse dietary needs.
Culinary Intern
Time & Life Building
01.2014
- Assisted with food preparation, ensuring ingredients were ready for cooks to use in meal production.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
School Lunch Helper
Office of Food and Nutrition
03.2025 - Current
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, reducing accidents and increasing overall productivity.
- Use equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Provide reliable assistance to experienced professionals, enabling them to focus on more complex tasks or specialized areas of expertise.
- Operate various hand and power tools to complete general tasks.
Enrichment Support
School Professionals
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Created a positive and engaging learning environment for students
- Supervised and built strong relationships with students, encouraging positive behavior by providing behavioral management skills and kept them engaged in activities
- Offered Guidance and support to students in their social and emotional development
- Provided tutoring to reinforce challenging lesson information
Education
No Degree - Culinary Arts Readiness Program
Project Renewal Inc.
The Bronx, NY11-2024
Culinary Arts Training Program
Project Renewal Inc.
01.2015
Associate degree - Liberty Arts
NYC College of Technology
01.1995
Skills
- Food Preparation and Cooking Techniques Skilled in preparing ingredients and executing various cooking methods to produce high-quality meals
- Menu Design and Creativity Experienced in designing menus that incorporate diverse flavors and cater to various dietary preferences
- Ingredient Selection and Flavor Pairing Proficient in selecting and recommending ingredients to enhance flavor profiles and dish quality
- Kitchen Organization and Sanitation Adept at maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment, following food safety standards
- Team Collaboration and Communication Strong ability to work collaboratively with kitchen staff, contributing to efficient operations and successful meal preparation
Certification
Food Protection Certificate | 2021 New York City Health Academy
Timeline
School Lunch Helper
Office of Food and Nutrition
03.2025 - Current
Enrichment Support
School Professionals
01.2020 - 01.2023
Culinary Intern
Volunteers of America-Greater New York
01.2015
Culinary Intern
Time & Life Building
01.2014
Culinary Arts Training Program
Project Renewal Inc.
Associate degree - Liberty Arts
NYC College of Technology
No Degree - Culinary Arts Readiness Program
Project Renewal Inc.