Donna Marie Ali
Gardena
Summary
Dedicated kitchen staff with experience at Catson Senior Assisted Living, skilled in recipe adherence and sanitation. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through tailored food preparation and maintain a clean workspace. Strong team player with excellent communication skills, committed to delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prepared Foods Team Member
J&J Management
Los Angeles International Airport
12.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily food preparation and presentation to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Mentored junior team members on food safety and sanitation practices.
- Streamlined food assembly processes, enhancing service efficiency during peak hours.
- Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste through accurate stock monitoring.
- Developed innovative menu offerings based on customer feedback and seasonal ingredients.
- Implemented training programs for new hires, improving onboarding experience and retention rates.
- Led initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction through personalized meal options and service improvements.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient food preparation and safety.
- Completed all hot and cold food assignments to meet deadlines for meal preparation.
- Stocked food items upon manger request and adhered to food safety standards at all times.
- Stored refrigerated and frozen items at correct temperatures to comply with food safety rules.
- Checked refrigerated and frozen cases and replenished low stock every day.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and monitoring expiration dates closely.
- Prepared food items by following recipes and product directions.
- Organized food and products by date and maintained adequate supplies.
- Maintained proper signage and pricing information for displays, cases and counters.
- Arranged supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
- Assisted in inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for maximum freshness.
- Maintained high level of efficiency in fast-paced work environment.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Dietary Kitchen Staff
Catson Senior Assisted Living
Carson
01.2023 - Current
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
Cashier
Seafood City
Carson
07.2022 - 10.2025
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Urdaneta City University
PhilippinesSkills
- Sandwich making
- Grilling and frying
- Recipe adherence
- Refrigerator and freezer sanitation
Accomplishments
I'm the very first employee who got an Achievement Award in my previous job (Seafood City)for having a Good Customer Service in 20 years.
Certification
Excellent in Customer Service
Timeline
Prepared Foods Team Member
J&J Management
12.2025 - Current
Dietary Kitchen Staff
Catson Senior Assisted Living
01.2023 - Current
Cashier
Seafood City
07.2022 - 10.2025
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Urdaneta City University