Violet Bear
Hardin,MT
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Outlaws Cafe, excelling in food preparation and inventory management. Recognized for attention to detail and efficient multitasking, I effectively reduced food waste while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high-quality food offerings.
Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Outlaws Cafe
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations to adhere to safety regulations.
- Assisted in food assembly for high-volume service, contributing to efficient workflow.
- Operated kitchen tools including slicers, mixers, and ovens with precision and care.
- Supported head chef in inventory management by tracking stock levels of ingredients.
- Followed recipes accurately, demonstrating attention to detail in meal preparation.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
Cook
Self Employed Services
01.2014 - 08.2025
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Completed menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared breakfast and lunch specials that I would sale business to business in person
Fresh Food Manager
Loves Travel Stop
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed inventory levels to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Trained staff on food safety standards and proper handling techniques.
- Assisted in creating visually appealing product displays to enhance customer experience.
- Conducted regular quality checks to maintain product standards and compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations within the fresh food department efficiently while managing a diverse team of associates.
- Reduced food waste through effective inventory management and timely product rotation.
- Monitored industry trends and adapted product offerings accordingly, increasing overall market share for fresh food items.
Education
Associate of Science -
Little Big Horn College
Crow Agency, MT05-2025
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Efficient multitasking
- Dependable and reliable
- Inventory stocking
- Food waste reduction
Timeline
Prep Cook
Outlaws Cafe
12.2024 - Current
Fresh Food Manager
Loves Travel Stop
09.2023 - 10.2024
Cook
Self Employed Services
01.2014 - 08.2025
Associate of Science -
Little Big Horn College