Dilyasah Poe
West Point
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Proof Of The Pudding @ MSU, excelling in kitchen management and menu development. Proven track record in enhancing efficiency and reducing waste through innovative food prep planning and effective team leadership. Committed to maintaining high sanitation standards while mentoring junior chefs for success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Proof Of The Pudding @ MSU
Starkville Ms
10.2018 - Current
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented menu items in collaboration with executive chef.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste.
Inventory Management Specialist
Walmart
Louisville, MS
01.2010 - 04.2013
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing overstock situations.
- Utilized Walmart's inventory management systems to track product movement and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements in stock replenishment procedures.
- Analyzed sales patterns to forecast demand, enhancing inventory accuracy and reducing waste.
Food Supply Specialist
Army
Starkville, MS
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Coordinated supply chain logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular audits to maintain accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
- Streamlined procurement processes, enhancing efficiency in sourcing supplies and managing contracts.
- Developed training materials for new staff, fostering a thorough understanding of supply chain protocols.
- Implemented inventory tracking systems, improving visibility and accessibility of stock information.
Education
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MSSkills
- Kitchen management
- Menu development
- Sanitation standards
- Food presentation
- Waste reduction
- Special event catering
- Food pairing
- Cost control
- Culinary techniques
- Menu pricing
- Safe food handling
- Inventory management
- Staff scheduling
- Food safety
- Coaching and mentoring
- Kitchen staff management
- Kitchen operations oversight
- Purchasing management
- Team leadership
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food prep planning
- ServSafe certification
Timeline
Food Supply Specialist
Army
12.2020 - 09.2023
Executive Sous Chef
Proof Of The Pudding @ MSU
10.2018 - Current
Inventory Management Specialist
Walmart
01.2010 - 04.2013
East Mississippi Community College