Brianna Reneau

Passionate and dedicated chef with 8+ years of cooking experience, including 3+ years as a personal chef and small business owner.

Transitioning from fast-paced kitchen environment where skills in time management and multitasking were developed. Proven ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation. Looking to apply these skills in new, dynamic role that values dedication and efficiency.

• CPR/AED certified
• TABC certified
• Food Handlers certified

Cook, Heartfields at Cary, NC -

Sep 2025 to Current

• Prepared and cooked nutritious meals following standardized recipes.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure food safety standards.
• Assisted in meal planning and ingredient sourcing to support dietary preferences of residents.
• Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to operational protocols for efficient service delivery.
• Executed meal preparation for 90 residents and staff during breakfast and lunch within a 3-hour timeframe, often independently.

The Elite Source – Personal Chef

Houston, TX | Oct 2022 – Present

• Serve as the on-site personal chef for contract workers and truck drivers.
• Design nutritious weekly menus tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Prepare and deliver meals in large batches while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Maintain high sanitation standards and manage kitchen organization.

Independent Meal Prep & Catering Business – Owner & Chef

Houston, TX | 2024 – Present

• Created and manage a growing meal prep and catering service.
• Coordinate with clients to design custom weekly meals and event menus.
• Specialize in savory, homestyle meals with options for gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-sodium diets.
• Catered events including birthday dinners, and private gatherings.
• Handle sourcing, budgeting, prep, packaging, and client communication independently.

Perry Lee Home Health - Special Needs Caretaker

Cypress, TX | 01/2019 - 09/2022

• Delivered exceptional care under high-pressure situations, always prioritizing well-being of clients and their families.

• Ensured timely administration of medications, monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
• Improved quality of life for special needs individuals by creating personalized care plans.

Lupe Tortilla Tex-Mex Restaurant - Waitress

Cypress, TX | 05/2017 - 01/2019

• Provided exceptional customer service in a fine dining setting
• Managed opening and closing shift duties efficiently
• Ensured order accuracy and maintained up-to-date menu knowledge
• Actively promoted and upsold menu items to guests

Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service

Jimmy John's Sandwiches - CSR/Shop Leader

Cypress, TX | 02/2014 - 05/2018

Managed daily operations of the shop, including serving customers and overseeing staff

• Implemented training programs for new hires and conducted performance evaluations
• Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations
• Coordinated with suppliers to maintain inventory levels and quality standards
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing high-quality sandwiches in a timely manner.