Anita Shells
Aurora
Summary
As culinary professional, brings comprehensive experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Known for creating and executing innovative menus while maintaining high standards of food quality. Reliable team player focused on collaboration and achieving excellence in every dish.
Professional culinary specialist with solid experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Adept at leading teams to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining focus on collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining health and safety standards. Known for reliability and results-driven approach to meet evolving needs of kitchen.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Hca Health One Sp
06.2022 - 02.2025
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Consistently met or exceeded health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing concerns regarding menu items or food quality issues.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Lead Cook/Assistant Kitchen Manager
Aviva@fitzsimmons
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Consistently met or exceeded health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing concerns regarding menu items or food quality issues.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through proactive communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping in as acting kitchen manager during periods of personnel absence or transition.
- Oversaw proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks.
Deli Clerk/Trainer
Lowe’s Signature Market
06.2016 - 12.2018
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper deli procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Cook
Nations Buffet
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alamo Senior High
Alamogordo, NM05-1994
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Menu planning
- Crew training
- Food inventory management
- Employee supervision
- Allergen safety
Timeline
Lead Cook
Hca Health One Sp
06.2022 - 02.2025
Lead Cook/Assistant Kitchen Manager
Aviva@fitzsimmons
01.2019 - 05.2022
Deli Clerk/Trainer
Lowe’s Signature Market
06.2016 - 12.2018
Cook
Nations Buffet
08.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Alamo Senior High
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