Daisia Rogers
Philadelphia
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with leadership qualities and a strong background in menu development at The Avery. Known for culinary innovation and a consistent passion for hospitality, I excel in creating visually stunning dishes while maintaining high sanitation standards. Prioritizing team collaboration and achieving results in fast-paced environments. Skilled in social communication/customer service, and maintaining sustainable work spaces. Striving to ensure reliability, being adaptable, and focused on delivering consistent quality and efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Garde Manger/Prep Cook
The Avery
01.2025 - Current
- Assumed responsibility for creating visually appealing hors d''oeuvres displays during banquets or private events, enhancing overall event presentation.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation at all times, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for safe food handling practices.
- Worked closely with the executive chef to develop new menu items that aligned with current culinary trends and guest preferences.
- Assisted with training new staff members on Garde Manger station operations, sharing knowledge and expertise for consistency across the team.
- Participated in weekly team meetings, providing input on menu development and suggesting process improvements for more efficient operations.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance overall quality and dining experience.
- Ensured optimal freshness of ingredients through proper storage and rotation procedures, maintaining the highest quality standards.
Lead Line Cook/Prep Cook
The Olde Bar
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer service quality.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
- Streamlined communication between front-of-house staff and kitchen team members to minimize errors during dinner service.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes, demonstrating flexibility and keen ability to learn new recipes.
Line Cook/Meal Production
Philabundance Community Kitchen
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers.
- Unloaded and sorted products and transported items to proper locations.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Prepared meals daily for staff and team members of kitchen
- Learned and applied catering specialties for various events, meetings and organizations.
Cashier/Prep Cook/Cook Shift Leader
Reggae Reggae Vibes
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Responsible for new recipes and menu items, following taste-test evaluation and criteria of business.
Server/Cashier/Prep Cook
Oh Brother
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Trained new staff on menu knowledge and service protocols, raising team's overall performance.
- Packaged correct food items through delivery services, ensuring quality and efficient expo.
Team Leader Barista/Cashier/Cook
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity, safety and product quality control.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous crafted beverages to meet customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Catering Assistant
TMD's Catering Co.
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute seamless catering events for clients.
- Assisted in the preparation and presentation of food, ensuring high-quality standards were maintained.
- Set up and broke down event spaces efficiently, ensuring timely completion of tasks while minimizing disruption to guests.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Learning Center
Philadelphia, PA06-2023
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Sanitation practices
- Allergen awareness
- Menu development
- Culinary creativity
- Pastry skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Serv Safe Certification in Culinary Arts
PHILABUNDANCE COMMUNITY KITCHEN - Philadelphia, PA
July 2023 to November 2023
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Lead Garde Manger/Prep Cook
The Avery
01.2025 - Current
Lead Line Cook/Prep Cook
The Olde Bar
10.2023 - 11.2024
Line Cook/Meal Production
Philabundance Community Kitchen
07.2023 - 11.2023
Cashier/Prep Cook/Cook Shift Leader
Reggae Reggae Vibes
03.2023 - 10.2023
Server/Cashier/Prep Cook
Oh Brother
06.2022 - 10.2022
Team Leader Barista/Cashier/Cook
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
06.2021 - 11.2021
Catering Assistant
TMD's Catering Co.
04.2020 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Franklin Learning Center
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