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Elvena Starks

Minneapolis

Summary

Demonstrated expertise in culinary techniques and food safety, maintaining compliance with health regulations while overseeing kitchen operations. Developed and enforced kitchen policies that enhanced quality standards and streamlined meal preparation processes. Trained staff on proper food handling and sanitation practices, contributing to a consistently clean and efficient work environment. Reviewed operational records to manage inventory effectively, ensuring optimal food usage and minimizing waste.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Suite Living Senior Care
Minneapolis
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.

Kitchen Manager

Suite Living Senior Care
Minneapolis
07.2023 - 01.2025
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.

Store Manager

Holiday Gas Station
Golden Valley
04.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.

Commercial Manager

AutoZone
Saint Paul
12.2019 - 04.2022
  • Created reports summarizing sales data and customer feedback information.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of current customers and potential leads.
  • Managed customer relationships to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
  • Assisted in resolving customer complaints regarding products or services delivered.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
11-2024

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Truman College
Chicago, IL
05-1986

Skills

  • Culinary techniques
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service

Timeline

Chef

Suite Living Senior Care
01.2025 - 05.2025

Kitchen Manager

Suite Living Senior Care
07.2023 - 01.2025

Store Manager

Holiday Gas Station
04.2022 - 07.2023

Commercial Manager

AutoZone
12.2019 - 04.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Truman College
Elvena Starks