Virginia Siglin
Concord
Summary
Proven culinary professional with extensive experience in fast-paced environments. Excelled in food preparation, plating, and presentation, ensuring high food quality standards. Demonstrated leadership by training staff and managing kitchen operations efficiently. Renowned for detail to quality and a highly motivated attitude, contributing to significant customer satisfaction and repeat business. Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Leader
Jersey Mike's Subs
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
MaryAnn's Restuarant
03.2017 - 08.2021
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced breakfast diner environment.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Front Line Cook
110 Grill
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Morning prep cook, nighttime saute and pantry cook
- Salads, desserts, appetizers, saute
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Tuscan Kitchen
10.2015 - 04.2016
- Saute, grill, pizza, salads, pannis
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH12-2024
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH05-2024
Skills
- Food preparation, plating, presentation
- Food safety
- Knife skills
- Grill, saute, flat top, fryer techniques
- Ordering and stocking
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Highly motivated
- Workload management
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
Timeline
Shift Leader
Jersey Mike's Subs
09.2023 - 11.2024
Assistant Kitchen Manager
MaryAnn's Restuarant
03.2017 - 08.2021
Front Line Cook
110 Grill
04.2016 - 02.2017
Line Cook
Tuscan Kitchen
10.2015 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Biology
Great Bay Community College
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Great Bay Community College
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