Lorraine Foster
Colorado Springs
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Specialist
Colorado Springs District 11
Colorado Springs
08.2024 - Current
- Trained new staff members on safety protocols, health regulations and proper food handling techniques.
- Collaborated with chefs on menu planning by providing input on ingredients selection based on availability.
- Kept updated records regarding stock levels of frequently used items.
- Ensured compliance with applicable health codes by monitoring hygiene practices among staff members.
- Communicated effectively with other team members about any changes or updates related to menu items or customer orders.
- Prepared special orders upon request while adhering to customer specifications.
- Adhered to all food safety guidelines and ensured that all products were stored properly at appropriate temperatures.
- Provided assistance to cooks with meal preparation and plating dishes for service.
- Managed waste disposal in a safe manner following local laws concerning hazardous materials disposal.
- Consistently monitored temperature controls throughout the kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and supplies.
- Followed all sanitation procedures when cleaning kitchen surfaces, floors, walls and appliances.
- Inspected deliveries for freshness before accepting them into the kitchen area.
- Operated kitchen machinery such as slicers, grinders, mixers or blenders in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and menus, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment and utensils after each shift.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
DCS Specialist
Amazon.com
Colorado Springs
06.2020 - Current
- Package scanner, sort packages, place packages in correct shipping bags in order to prep for shipment
Amazon Fulfillment Associate
Amazon Warehouse
Colorado Springs
05.2019 - 02.2022
- I would sort packages, pick orders, scan packages, and pack them for shipment.
- I would place labels on the packages, tape and seal the packages for shipment.
Personal Care Assistant
Self-employed
Colorado Springs
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Advanced Care Provider - I cared for elderly patients in their residence.
- I assisted with personal hygiene, household chores and reminded clients to take needed medications at appointed times.
- I assisted in exercise and other physical activities.
Health care provider
Self employed
Colorado Springs
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Assisted elderly with daily maintenance such as shower, hygiene, dressing, doctors appointments, preparing meals, cleaning the home, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, laundry, check mail, take them to social engagements, ironing, administering medication, etc.
Education
Pikes Peak State College
Colorado Springs, CO06-2026
High school or equivalent -
Skills
- Manufacturing Experience
- Quality Control
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Basic Math
- Assembly
- Food Preparation
- Childcare
- Meal Preparation
- Babysitting
- Home Care
- Medication Administration
- Laundry
- Senior Care
- Cleaning Experience
- Cooking
- Caregiving
- Customer Service
- Cash Handling
- Kitchen Experience
- Heavy Lifting
- Personal Assistant Experience
- Microsoft Word
- Vital Signs
- Food service
- Hospitality
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse experience
- Cleanroom
- Serving
- Communication skills
- Nutrition
- Sanitation
- Sales
- Leadership
- Upselling
- Care plans
Additional Information
#readytowork, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Kitchen Specialist
Colorado Springs District 11
08.2024 - Current
DCS Specialist
Amazon.com
06.2020 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Self-employed
09.2019 - 11.2019
Amazon Fulfillment Associate
Amazon Warehouse
05.2019 - 02.2022
Health care provider
Self employed
08.2016 - 07.2019
Pikes Peak State College