Helen Rucker
McKeesport,PA
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Saber Healthcare Group
06.2019 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Dietary Aide
Culinary Service Group
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
Deli Clerk /Assistant Manager
Imperial Supermarket
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Attended to customers by taking orders, resolving complaints and issues and operating cash register to take payments.
- Operated slicer and price computing scale to accurately slice, weigh and label meat products.
- Controlled freshness of products by rotating and removing out of code merchandise.
- Prepared and placed meat cuts and products in display counter to catch shopper's eye and boost sales.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings with thorough training and effective customer service policies.
- Inventoried food products and associated materials on weekly basis.
Education
GED -
Connelley Techinical Institute And Adult Education
Pittsburgh, PA11.1998
Skills
- I am experience in all aspects of food preparation and cooking My experience spans over 20 years I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills I have an energetic and enthusiastic approach to any task I encounter
- Food plating and presentation
- Institutional and batch cooking
- Food preparation and safety
- I am confident that my skills and experience will make me a valuable asset to your team
Certification
- Certified Cook: ServSafe Certification 08/25/22 - 08/25/27
Timeline
Cook
Saber Healthcare Group
06.2019 - Current
Dietary Aide
Culinary Service Group
06.2018 - 12.2018
Deli Clerk /Assistant Manager
Imperial Supermarket
05.2016 - 01.2018
GED -
Connelley Techinical Institute And Adult Education
- Certified Cook: ServSafe Certification 08/25/22 - 08/25/27
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