Ariyana Williams
Philadelphia
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with a proven track record in supporting kitchen operations and food preparation. Collaborates effectively with team members to ensure seamless service and consistently delivers high-quality results. Demonstrates strong organizational skills in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and adhering to hygiene standards. Reliable and flexible individual who supports chefs with precision and adaptability. Recognized for genuine passion for culinary excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
Aramark/ Wells Fargo Center
12.2024 - Current
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Provided support during special events and catering functions, ensuring consistent quality across all offerings.
Patient Registration
Jefferson Methodist Hospital
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed daily operations of the clinic, including patient registration, rooming procedures, equipment maintenance, and staff scheduling.
- Improved patient registration processes by efficiently collecting and verifying required documentation.
Lead Prep Cook
Lincoln Financial Group
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures were strictly followed.
- Operated and maintained kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers efficiently.
- Prepares ingredients by chopping, trimming and peeling various food items.
- Handle a range of culinary equipment such as mixers and ovens on a regular basis.
Supervisor
Starbucks
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Processed daily deposits efficiently.
- Conducted training sessions for new associates.
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages, maintaining high customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated supply orders and assisted during truck deliveries.
- Addressed and resolved associate concerns promptly.
- Regularly overseeing compliance with food safety guidelines.
Team Manager
Panera Bread
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Executed creation of specialty drinks tailored to evolving menu offerings.
- Stocked the bread wall efficiently to maintain inventory.
- Coordinated ingredient preparation for fresh, handcrafted sandwiches, salads, and flatbread pizzas.
Assistant Manager
Cinnabon
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Oversee bakery operations, distribution tasks, and hygiene maintenance ensuring top-tier safety and sanitation.
- Trained and assessed capabilities of bakery team.
- Created unique and distinct menu items.
- Achieve exceptional customer and enforce staff compliance with food health and safety regulations
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Education
High school diploma - Gender Studies
Overbrook High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2020
Skills
- Kitchen safety
- Sanitation practices
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Food waste reduction
- Food handling
- Pastry skills
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Flexible and adaptable
- ServeSafe manager
- Beverage service
Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- Food Handler Certification
Personal Information
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Accomplishments
Food handlers certification
Serve safe certification
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Aramark/ Wells Fargo Center
12.2024 - Current
Patient Registration
Jefferson Methodist Hospital
12.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Prep Cook
Lincoln Financial Group
03.2022 - 02.2023
Supervisor
Starbucks
06.2021 - 02.2022
Team Manager
Panera Bread
06.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant Manager
Cinnabon
01.2017 - 05.2018
High school diploma - Gender Studies
Overbrook High School
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