Jennifer Schweitzer
Waldorf
Summary
A challenging position that will allow me to both further utilize my culinary skills and acquire new abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
The Charleston Senior Community
Waldorf
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals that adhered to dietary restrictions for residents.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize kitchen workflows and enhance service efficiency.
- Implemented food storage procedures to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Adapted recipes for special diets, including low-sodium and gluten-free options.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to uphold high culinary standards.
Bartender
Greene Turtle
LaPlata
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Prepared and served a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages based on customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area to ensure a welcoming environment.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking stock and ordering supplies as needed.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure beverage consistency and customer satisfaction.
Server/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
Waldorf & La Plata
02.2009 - 07.2020
- Worked as a server and bartender.
- Did special events, such as golf tournaments, events for the Washington Redskins organization, and manager's meetings.
- Took classes to be a Certified Serving Trainer, qualified to train new employees.
- Filled in many shifts as a manager, when needed.
- Expected to be Head Wait, which includes end of the night paperwork for the restaurant, dividing tip shares, end-of-night counts, and organizing money for the following day.
Cocktail Server
Bobby McKeys Dueling Piano Bar
National Harbor
08.2011 - 03.2020
Instructional Assistant (Special Needs) - Jenifer Elementary School
Charles County Public Schools
La Plata
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Worked with children with special needs and behavioral problems in Life Skills classrooms.
- Expected to make lesson plans in Word and do presentations with PowerPoint.
- Assisted with administering student evaluations and coordinated parental involvement with classroom activities.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO05-2025
Diploma - Culinary Arts & Operations
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO11.2024
Early Childhood Education -
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD05.2011
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Creativity
- Artistic skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to meet project deadlines
- Ability to provide exceptional service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook
The Charleston Senior Community
11.2024 - Current
Bartender
Greene Turtle
07.2020 - 06.2024
Instructional Assistant (Special Needs) - Jenifer Elementary School
Charles County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2019
Cocktail Server
Bobby McKeys Dueling Piano Bar
08.2011 - 03.2020
Server/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
02.2009 - 07.2020
Associate of Occupational Studies - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Diploma - Culinary Arts & Operations
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Early Childhood Education -
College of Southern Maryland