PG Penny Garcia
Redding, Ca ***** 209-***-**** ***************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
I have worked in food service for a number of years. I know the importance of working together efficiently. I have recently retired from the state of California Department of the Corrections Food Service Department. I feel not only did I work closely with the incarcerated population that I have a lot to contribute to my new community of Redding Ca.
I am a Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. SKILLS Demand planning Equipment
operation
Food production Dishwashing
Ingredient preparation
Temperature monitoring
Supply maintenance Batch
cooking
Menu memorization Quality
control
Kitchen communication Food
safety
Safety awareness Product
delivery management
Time management Customer
service
Process transactions Cleaning
and sanitation guidelines
Critical Thinking
Data Entry and 10-Key
Data Recording
Record Sorting and Filing
Calendar Maintenance
Microsoft Office Proficiency
Phone Inquiries
Phone Call Direction
Basic Bookkeeping
Call Transfers
WORK HISTORY SUPERVISING CORRECTIONAL COOK 12/2007 to 02/2022 Chowchilla, Ca
Supervise in the production of cooking/cleaning/serving in a facility with a capacity of over 2500 people
My experience consists of 30+ years in food service I have knowledge of HACCP which is hazard analysis critical control point Hot and cold food safety zones I have experience in inventory FIFO Also in ordering food
I knowledgeable in the importance of cleaning sanitizing of all surfaces I have supervised up to 50 people and directly supervised 21 subordinates Implemented physical inventory, monitored usage of food and non-food supplies, and managed procurement of food, supplies, and equipment Directed food preparation and verified kitchen team adhered to recipes, menus, and designated portion sizes
Conducted onsite sanitation and safety inspections daily in food production areas and took corrective actions
Mandated labeling and on-time use of all foods designated for serving to customers
PG
Kept operations in line with local and state health codes. ASSISTANT COOK 01/1999 to 01/2007
Los banos United school Los banos, Ca
Stored and labeled uncooked food appropriately to reduce spoilage or cross- contamination
Studied menu plans, seasonal options, and local availability to correctly order food and supplies
Maintained kitchen records and documented inventory to aid in budget control
Received and stocked food in freezers, refrigerators, and dry storage areas to preserve quality
Prepared food items to support Cook in high-volume kitchen Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment to comply with food safety regulations
Provided ingredient lists and nutritional data to customers requesting additional information on menu items
Helped serve food on service line to efficiently distribute main and side dishes
Used commercial kitchen equipment to prepare and cook menu items. EDUCATION High School Diploma
Tranquility high school, Tranquility, Ca