Kristina Cross
Phoenix
Summary
Experienced cook delivering exceptional food safety compliance, efficient equipment operation, and customer satisfaction. Committed to maintaining kitchen sanitation and training team members on best practices to enhance overall kitchen performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Gila River Indian Community
Sacaton
02.2012 - 06.2024
- Prepared diverse meals for community events and daily dining services.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Collaborated with team members to create weekly menus based on seasonal ingredients.
- Assisted in training new cooks on food safety and preparation techniques.
Cook
Gila River Indian Community
Sacaton
02.2012 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with team members to design weekly menus featuring seasonal ingredients, promoting local produce.
- Prepared diverse meals for community events and daily dining services, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Adapted recipes to meet dietary restrictions and preferences of community members, ensuring inclusive dining experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils, and dishes.
Education
GED -
Casa Grande Union High School
Casa Grande, AZ08-1996
Skills
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Kitchen sanitation
- Food safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Customer service
Certification
- SERVE SAFE CETIFIED
- FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFIED
Timeline
Cook
Gila River Indian Community
02.2012 - 06.2024
Cook
Gila River Indian Community
02.2012 - 06.2016
GED -
Casa Grande Union High School