Yolanda Eskridge
Winona,MS
Summary
While working as an cook I also worked as an line cook and serve customers as well. Also experience in fast food restaurants.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1989
1989
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Support Worker
Mississippi Rehabilitation Services
Winona , Mississippi
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of client visits, treatments provided and progress notes.
- Observed behavior changes in clients and reported any significant information to supervisor or case manager.
- Planned and cooked meals according to the nutritional needs of each client.
- Provided emotional support through active listening, empathy and compassion.
Directcare worker
North MS Regional Center
Kilmichael, Mississippi
03.2016 - 08.2024
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs and provide support services.
- Respected cultural diversity when interacting with individuals from different backgrounds.
- Promoted independence by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, hygiene and housekeeping tasks.
- Developed individual service plans in collaboration with the client, family members and other professionals.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for providing quality care.
- Provided emotional support to clients experiencing difficult life transitions or crises.
- Assisted clients with daily activities, including meal preparation and medication administration.
Cook Operator
BlueSkys
Winona, Ms
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Tasted cooked dishes for flavor and texture before serving them.
- Estimated amounts of ingredients required for daily menus based on projected customer numbers.
- Followed all health regulations related to food storage and sanitation standards.
- Operated deep fryers, grills, ovens, broilers, or other kitchen equipment to prepare foods.
- Read and interpreted recipes to determine appropriate cooking times, temperatures, and ingredient measurements.
- Stored food items properly in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Cooked large batches of food quickly without compromising taste or quality.
- Measured ingredients according to recipe specifications and mixed them in the correct order.
Cook's Assistant
Life Help Mental Health Center
Grenada , Mississippi
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Education
Winona High School
Winona, Mississippi Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MSSkills
- Client assessment
- Medication administration
- Nutritional planning
- Record keeping
- Food safety
Certification
ServeSafe certification
Timeline
Home Support Worker
Mississippi Rehabilitation Services
02.2025 - Current
Cook Operator
BlueSkys
06.2023 - 07.2024
Cook's Assistant
Life Help Mental Health Center
08.2020 - 12.2022
Directcare worker
North MS Regional Center
03.2016 - 08.2024
Winona High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Holmes Community College