
Experienced food service professional with a background as a cook, supervisor, and manager in both restaurant and school cafeteria settings. Skilled in preparing nutritious meals, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining high food safety standards. Knowledgeable about children’s dietary needs, including food allergies, and experienced in serving age-appropriate, allergy-safe meals in school environments.
• Cooked and served nutritious meals daily for students and teachers, following school guidelines and dietary requirements
• Trained and supervised new staff to ensure consistent food quality, hygiene, and safety standards
• Maintained inventory levels, ordered supplies, and reduced food waste through proper storage and planning
• Coordinated with school administration to meet special event or seasonal meal needs
• Prepared and cooked high-volume meals for weddings, corporate events, and private functions
• Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak banquet hours
• Worked across multiple stations including grill, sauté, fryer, and prep, adapting to shifting needs during events
• Assisted in setting up buffet lines, carving stations, and plated meal service depending on event type