Whitney Mc
Ridgefield,WA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Hampton and Ashley Inn, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to manage inventory and ensure quality, while demonstrating strong multitasking skills. Adept in food handling and sanitation, consistently delivering high-quality meals under pressure.
Committed to maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment. Culinary professional known for high standards and exceptional results in kitchen. Extensive experience in preparing and presenting diverse dishes. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility, ensuring consistent quality and innovation in every meal.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook and Dietary Aide
Hampton and Ashley Inn
10.2018 - Current
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to menu specifications.
- Managed inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Produce Clerk
Safeway
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal product availability and minimize waste.
- Oversaw daily operations of produce department, enhancing workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Assisted in promotional displays to boost sales and attract customer attention effectively.
- Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
- Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain freshness and appearance of fruits and vegetables.
Cook (Trainee)
Columbia Basin Job Corps
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Managed food inventory to minimize waste and ensure ingredient availability.
- Coordinated with staff to streamline service during peak meal times.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Education
No Degree - Baking And Pastry Management
Clark College
Vancouver, WAGED -
Big Bed Community College
Moses Lake, WA03-2016
Culinary Arts Certfication - Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts Program
Moses Lake, WA03-2016
Skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Cooking from scratch
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Food plating and presentation
- Portion control
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Food Handlers Card
- Culinary Arts Certificate
- High school Equivalency
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook and Dietary Aide
Hampton and Ashley Inn
10.2018 - Current
Produce Clerk
Safeway
01.2016 - 06.2017
Cook (Trainee)
Columbia Basin Job Corps
01.2015 - 03.2016
No Degree - Baking And Pastry Management
Clark College
GED -
Big Bed Community College
Culinary Arts Certfication - Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts Program