Aspiring Culinary Professional with Kitchen Experience

Tatiyanah Bell

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Professional Summary

Certified Culinary Arts graduate from The Edison Job Corps Academy with hands-on experience in professional kitchen environments. Detail-oriented and knowledgeable about health, nutrition, and safety regulations. Energetic and dedicated professional with strong customer service, teamwork, and problem- solving skills. Passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through quality food preparation and presentation.

Experience

ALOE Restaurant – Edison, NJ

Front Line / Waiter 2025 – Present

• Gained practical, hands-on experience in a high-volume, on-campus restaurant environment.

• Assisted the head chef with food preparation and meal assembly according to established recipes and standards.

• Operated various kitchen equipment, including deep fryers and deli slicers, to ensure efficient food production.

• Maintained a clean and sanitized workspace, following all kitchen safety and sanitation protocols.

• Prepared meats, vegetables, and other ingredients while adhering to proper food handling guidelines.

• Catered large-scale Edison Job Corps events serving 200+ guests.

• Managed and tracked food inventory, rotated stock, and minimized waste to control food costs.

• Delivered professional customer service and supported the front-of-house team as needed. Education

Edison Job Corps Academy – Edison, NJ

Certificate in Culinary Arts 2024 – Present

University High School – Newark, NJ

High School Diploma

Skills & Abilities

• Food Preparation & Presentation

• Catering & Banquet Service

• Knife Handling & Culinary Techniques

• Food Safety & Sanitation

• Time Management & Organization

• Customer Service Excellence

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