Food Safety Line Cook
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ELAINE JOHNSON
Lead/Line Cook
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Lead Cook with extensive expertise in the culinary industry, boasting over a decade of experience in food safety, inventory control, and staff training. Proficient in maintaining sanitation standards and executing precise menu planning, while fostering a team-oriented environment. Eager to leverage skills in a Lead Food Service role to enhance operational efficiency and quality food preparation.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
LEAD Aug 2018 - Present
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) Orlando, FL
COOK Jun 2018 - Nov 2018
JetBlue Lodge
• Prepared a diverse range of food items, including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold dishes, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Managed station setup and ingredient organization, while effectively monitoring inventory levels to communicate potential shortages to the chef, maintaining efficient kitchen operations. COOK/TRAINER Feb 2014 - May 2018
Village Inn Restaurant Orlando, FL
• Developed staff proficiency in food safety and equipment handling, enhancing overall kitchen safety and compliance.
• Delegated kitchen duties to optimize workflow and team productivity.
• Maintained rigorous hygiene standards by conducting thorough inspections and cleaning of all kitchen surfaces. PREP COOK Feb 2015 - Dec 2017
Whole Foods Orlando, FL
• Maintained stringent hygiene standards by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing kitchen workspaces, equipment, and utensils.
• Efficiently managed food storage by packaging and organizing items in designated containers, ensuring freshness and quality control.
• Supported culinary operations by accurately portioning and arranging food on serving dishes, as well as preparing diverse food items including meats, vegetables, salads, and desserts following precise guidelines. PREP COOK 2014 - 2015
Aramark/University of Central Florida Orlando, FL
• Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes, ensuring each batch met stringent quality and quantity specifications.
• Maintained high standards of sanitation and cleanliness in all kitchen areas, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Conducted thorough inspections of prepared foods to verify compliance with established quality controls and presentation standards.
Ensure health standards compliance, enhancing food safety and quality. Maintain precise inventory management, adhering to Covid-19 protocols. Execute menu adjustments, ensuring meal component compliance for reimbursement. Optimize meal component compliance for reimbursement, execute menu adjustments, and maintain precise production and student roster records.
Develop creative solutions to enhance food quality and quantity within established guidelines, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
LINE COOK 2010 - 2014
Nordstrom Restaurant Orlando, FL
• Prepared a variety of dishes adhering to specific recipes and utilized personal culinary expertise to ensure high-quality taste and presentation.
• Collaborated effectively with kitchen staff to streamline preparation processes and deliver consistent meal quality.
• Maintained strict adherence to food safety regulations and handling practices to uphold sanitation standards. EDUCATION
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Aug 1979 - May 1981
Maynard Evans High School Orlando, FL
COURSES
JAN 2024 - PRESENT
Certified Food Safety Manager
SKILLS
Culinary (Expert), Food Safety, Food Preparation, Handling, Production, Training, Kitchen Management, Inventory Control, Catering, Merchandising, Menu Development, Quality Assurance, Time Management, Recipe Development, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Cost Control.
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