Raven Simmons
Evergreen Park
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Advocate Christ Medical Center, excelling in food safety and kitchen management. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in menu planning and food presentation, consistently delivering high-quality meals while maintaining a well-organized kitchen environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Advocate Christ Medical Center
2016 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation following safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Learned to operate kitchen equipment efficiently under supervision.
- Supported team in maintaining cleanliness and organization of workstations.
- Participated in menu planning, contributing ideas for seasonal dishes.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changing kitchen demands and priorities.
- Observed experienced chefs to enhance culinary skills and techniques.
- Engaged in training sessions to understand food safety regulations thoroughly.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Manager
The Grove of Berwyn
06.2017 - 2024
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with state regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to enhance service delivery and efficiency.
- Managed budgeting processes, optimizing resource allocation for improved financial performance.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork through regular meetings and open communication channels.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational improvement and strategic growth.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care initiatives and satisfaction levels.
- Led cross-functional projects aimed at streamlining processes and reducing turnaround times.
- Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback to promote professional development and accountability.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Education
Culinary Arts
Orr
Chicago, ILSkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Kitchen operations
- Team collaboration
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Frying techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Hospitality service expertise
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Sanitation guidelines
- Food pairing
- Plating techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Made-to-order meals
- Culinary expertise
- Food service operations
- New hire training
Accomplishments
Employee of the month
Certification
Sanitation manager license
Timeline
Manager
The Grove of Berwyn
06.2017 - 2024
Chef
Advocate Christ Medical Center
2016 - Current
Culinary Arts
Orr
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