Pamela H Tardiff
Ipswich
Summary
Dynamic kitchen professional with a proven track record at Evie’s at Spanish Point, excelling in food safety and quality control. Highly motivated to enhance operational efficiency while fostering teamwork. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and effective time management, consistently delivering exceptional meal experiences under pressure.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Myopia Hunt Club
South Hamilton, MA
05.2019 - Current
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes meeting club criteria.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring ingredient stock levels.
- Assisted team members in executing meal services efficiently.
- Followed food safety protocols to reduce contamination risks.
- Adapted to changing menu items and special requests from members.
- Aided senior cooks in meal preparation and presentation.
- Provided feedback on seasonal ingredients for menu planning.
- Handled multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold a clean and safe working environment.
- Set up cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing shifts.
- Adjusted quickly to new recipes and techniques while learning from colleagues.
- Prepared food items, including meats, poultry, and fish for frying.
- Maintained strict sanitation standards while preparing meals.
- Regularly checked food temperatures to ensure proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes multiple times daily with attention to detail.
- Grilled meats and seafood to meet customer preferences.
Kitchen Manager
Evie’s at Spanish Point
Osprey, FL
2017 - 05.2019
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management, reducing food waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients while controlling costs.
- Analyzed kitchen performance metrics, identifying areas for operational improvement and cost reduction.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
Cook
Avita of Newburyport Memory Care
Newburyport, MA
2015 - 2017
- Prepared diverse meals tailored to dietary needs of residents.
- Maintained high standards of kitchen cleanliness and safety compliance.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Implemented feedback from residents to enhance meal satisfaction and quality.
- Ensured consistency in portion control and presentation for all dishes served.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newburyport High School
Newburyport, MASkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Quality control
Additional Information
U.S. Army
1980-1985
Timeline
Line Cook
Myopia Hunt Club
05.2019 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Evie’s at Spanish Point
2017 - 05.2019
Cook
Avita of Newburyport Memory Care
2015 - 2017
High School Diploma -
Newburyport High School