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LaDonna Vess

Bismarck

Summary

Orderly candidate committed to maintaining clean and organized work areas for food prep and storage. Provides active support to cooks by sanitizing equipment and tools, monitoring food portions and filling containers for take-out requests. Eager to help new staff members develop quick, clean workflows without sacrificing service quality.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assisstant Director/Lead Infant Room Teacher

Kim Stinson
06.2022 - 03.2025
  • Cared for children ranging from infant to age 13.
  • Prepared Breakfast,lunch, and snacks daily.
  • Cleaned,sanitized,and organized the kitchen,tables,dishes after each meal.
  • Prepared lessons,crafts, and activities each day for the children.
  • Ensured meal plans and daily activities were uploaded to the parental website.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Cultivated professional relationships with parents and families, establishing availability for parent conferences when necessary.
  • Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.


Caregiver

Elite Care Services
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

Main Grill Cook

Kreme Kastle
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Conducted daily sanitizing and cleaning procedures at end of each shift before securing building.
  • Completed daily food preparation and expedited service during bustling business hours.
  • Utilized kitchen equipment to meet temperature requirements and proper display.
  • Stocked and organized kitchen supplies and equipment by lifting [Number] pounds and arranging items.
  • Communicated staffing, customer needs and kitchen inventory to company management.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Stored and handled goods correctly to maintain freshness and condition.
  • Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
  • Followed recipes and kitchen procedures for consistent food quality, presentation and standards.
  • Adjusted gas and electric grills to specified temperatures for quality food output.

Food Preparation Worker

Fish Net Restaurant
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Guaranteed customer satisfaction by quickly delivering orders.
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
  • Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple meal preparations simultaneously and complete job duties on time.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
  • Monitored and maintained required food temperatures for safety.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
  • Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials.
  • Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.

Main Grill Cook

Wagonwheel
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Followed proper food handling procedures established by Alabama food handlers certification.
  • Knowledgeable of budgeting, kitchen expenditures and food control practices to minimize daily overall food waste.
  • Worked closely with kitchen staff to produce weekly schedule of shifts and duties.
  • Provided support to crew members, facilitating quick food preparation and delivery.
  • Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
  • Conducted daily sanitizing and cleaning procedures at end of each shift before securing building.
  • Completed daily food preparation and expedited service during bustling business hours.
  • Utilized kitchen equipment to meet temperature requirements and proper display.
  • Communicated staffing, customer needs and kitchen inventory to company management.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Stored and handled goods correctly to maintain freshness and condition.
  • Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
  • Followed recipes and kitchen procedures for consistent food quality, presentation and standards.
  • Adjusted gas and electric grills to specified temperatures for quality food output.

Fry Cook

McDonald's Restaurant
01.2008 - 06.2010
  • Tested temperatures of food at specified intervals by using food thermometers.
  • Cleaned and maintained fryers and grills to keep appliances in working condition.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
  • Read food order slips or received verbal instructions to properly prepare and cook food.
  • Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
  • Marinated food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Learned new menu offerings and options easily to assist customers with selecting items.
  • Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.

Assistant Griller

Shoneys
05.2005 - 02.2006
  • Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Guaranteed customer satisfaction by quickly delivering orders.
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
  • Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tishomingo County High School
Iuka, MS
05-2007

Skills

  • Food assembly
  • Food storage
  • Supply stocking
  • Portion control
  • Food handling safety
  • Vegetable preparation
  • Equipment sanitation
  • Recipe preparation
  • Proper food temperatures
  • Time management
  • Menu planning
  • Hygiene practices

Timeline

Assisstant Director/Lead Infant Room Teacher

Kim Stinson
06.2022 - 03.2025

Main Grill Cook

Kreme Kastle
03.2020 - 03.2021

Caregiver

Elite Care Services
01.2020 - 01.2022

Food Preparation Worker

Fish Net Restaurant
01.2017 - 03.2018

Main Grill Cook

Wagonwheel
01.2011 - 01.2016

Fry Cook

McDonald's Restaurant
01.2008 - 06.2010

Assistant Griller

Shoneys
05.2005 - 02.2006

High School Diploma -

Tishomingo County High School

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