Deborah Barlow
Opelousas
Summary
Team-oriented prep cook with several years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly. Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Mamas Fried Chicken
Opelousas
06.2013 - Current
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Paraprofessional
St.Landry School Board
Opelousas
03.2008 - Current
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
- Managed classroom technology and assisted students in using educational software.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Recorded and maintained accurate student records and progress reports.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Collected money from students for school-related projects and field trips.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
LSUE-Eunice
Eunice, LA05-2027
Some College (No Degree) - Education 52 Credits
Ashford University
San Diego, CASome College (No Degree) - Education 34 Credits
Post University
Waterbury, CTSkills
- Sauce preparation
- Cutting techniques
- Kitchen operations
- Vegetable washing
- Menu understanding
- Ingredient preparation
- Customer service
- Food pairing
- Cleaning and organization
- Food storage
- Food safety oversight
Affiliations
For the past 8 years at OHS,I've been sponsor of PepSquad.Also, I take the kids to LSU to work the concession stands as a fundraiser.I've voluntered to help with the kiwanas Club baseball in the park.Also I've gotten grants from Walmart totaling over 20,000 dollars our Special Education Dept and for PepSquad.
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Accomplishments
- Awards, I have received is Support Person of the year 2023
Certification
- Business of Retail Certified Specialist
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager
- ServSafe Food Handler
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Prep Cook
Mamas Fried Chicken
06.2013 - Current
Paraprofessional
St.Landry School Board
03.2008 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
LSUE-Eunice
Some College (No Degree) - Education 52 Credits
Ashford University
Some College (No Degree) - Education 34 Credits
Post University
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