Jonathan Mayfield
Poughkeepsie, NY *****
**************@*****.***
Jonathan Mayfield
JONATHAN MAYFIELD
COOK
CONTACT CAREER OBJECTIVE
EMAIL: Hard-working professional with 19+ years of experience and a **************@*****.*** proven knowledge of food preparation, food sanitation and safety, and customer satisfaction. Aiming to leverage my skills to PHONE: successfully fill the Food service Director role at your company.
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Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Food Service Director
HudsonWide Healthcare - Hyde Park, NY
February 2023 to Present
Managed the daily operations of the kitchen.
Responsible for meeting new patients with 72 hours of arrival. Maintained a budget.
Ordered food and supplies needed to prepare and served residents' meals. Helped the facility to have its first deficiency-free state survey. Supervised and managed the dietary department in an assisted living community. Prepared and provided exceptional meals to residents daily.Maintained and ordered complete inventory on a weekly basis to accommodate a rotating menu.Participated in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
Processed diet changes and new diets in a timely manner as they are received from nursing services. Planned the work schedule.
Prepared the purchase order.
Accepted deliveries and make sure it is complete and in good quality. Made sure of the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen. Motivated the dietary staff on a daily basis.
Interviewed newly admitted residents as part of the nutrition screening and evaluate quarterly and annually.
Made sure that dietary staff is doing their job correctly and efficiently. Dietary Supervisor/Interim Food Service Director
The Grand Healthcare System - Pawling, NY
August 2021 to Present
Managed the daily operations of the kitchen.
Responsible for meeting new patients with 72 hours of arrival. Maintained a budget.
Ordered food and supplies needed to prepare and served residents' meals. Helped the facility to have its first deficiency-free state survey. Supervised and managed the dietary department in an assisted living community. Prepared and provided exceptional meals to residents daily.Maintained and ordered complete inventory on a weekly basis to accommodate a rotating menu.Participated in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
Processed diet changes and new diets in a timely manner as they are received from nursing services. Planned the work schedule.
Prepared the purchase order.
Accepted deliveries and make sure it is complete and in good quality. Made sure of the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen. Motivated the dietary staff on a daily basis.
Interviewed newly admitted residents as part of the nutrition screening and evaluate quarterly and annually.
Made sure that dietary staff is doing their job correctly and efficiently. Culinary Professional
Olive Garden - Poughkeepsie, NY
November 2016 to July 2021
• Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.
• Check the quantity and quality of received products.
• Order or requisition food or other supplies needed to CERTIFICATIONS ensure efficient operation.
Certified Trainer • Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers Culinary Professional engaged in food preparation.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
• Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients or the likely number of customers.
• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff. Cook
Beechtree Grill - Poughkeepsie, NY
February 2014 to September 2016
• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
• Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage.
• Bake breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries.
Cook
Billy Joes Ribworks - Newburgh, NY
April 2011 to December 2013
• Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.
• Check the quantity and quality of received products.
• Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods. Education
High School Diploma
POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL - Poughkeepsie, NY
June 2003