Jennifer Patterson

• Prepared meals that was high in protein, low in sugar, salt, and fat.
• Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring fresh ingredients were always available.
• Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in food preparation areas.
• Followed doctors order for children that have food allergies.
• Monitored food storage conditions to prevent spoilage and contamination.
• Implemented waste reduction strategies in food preparation processes.
• Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
• Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
• Operated ovens and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunctions.
• Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness using the FIFO method.
• Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
• Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of meal preparation.
• Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
• Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
• Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
• Carried pans and trays of food to and from workstations, stove, and refrigerator.
• Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
• Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
• Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
• I tasted all the prepared dishes in order to check the flavorings and texture for children.
• Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
• Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
• Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
• Washed hands before and after handling any food.
• Wore gloves when handling fruits, vegetables, meats, and bowling up food.

Wear gloves when handling fruits and vegetables.