Culinary Team Certified.
For my first step in becoming an award winning chef at The Olive Garden, I undergo intensive hands-on training for 2 weeks prior to the grand opening of the new restaurant in Burlington Washington. After successfully completing this training, I am awarded with the “Culinary Team Certified” pin and a full time position as head chef.
Employee Of The Month.
This was my first award, I was chosen as first culinary team member employee of the month, soon after the restaurant opened. This award is given by the management for stellar performance under fast paced conditions.
Certified Trainer.
I was nominated to enter the certified trainer program by my supervisor, who told me that “I had skill and reliability that was unparalleled in her time at Olive Garden.” I took classes on training procedures, food safety and sanitation standards, and general knowledge of the dishes and recipes. I easily passed all the tests with high scores, and became Certified Trainer for the kitchen, responsible for training new hires to the high standards of quality and service expected by my supervisors.
Pace Setting Award.
This award is gained by obtaining the highest scores in the entire region in every category including food quality, customer satisfaction, corporate “Total Quality” inspections, State Health Department inspections.
P-Pace: Personalizing the dining experience by understanding the guest’s time expectations (are they in a hurry, are they meeting friends and taking time to catch up, etc…)
A- Attentiveness: Building connections with our guests, being attentive to their needs and making them feel comfortable. Smile, be friendly, approachable and laid back.
C-Caring: Have a spirit of warmth and generosity that shows through my actions. BE KIND…. always look for an opportunity to show kindness ESPECIALLY in a situation with a dis-satisfied guest.
E- Excellence. Set High expectations and not just meet them but exceed them. Deliver on those Goals 100%!
Forbes 100 best companies.
Proud to be part of the team that has earned the award to be one of the 100 best places to work.
Primo Chef Award.
I am very proud of this award because I was chosen by my peers. My fellow co workers nominated me for this award due to my stellar performance, outstanding food quality, speed and my great work attitude.
Service Team Certified.
This is awarded for completing front of house training. I didn’t feel complete with only back of the house skills, I decided to round out my training by learning how to provide outstanding service to customers.