Aaron McCullough
MILWAUKEE
Summary
Dynamic Lead Line Cook with expertise in staff supervision, employee training, and kitchen safety compliance. Proven track record of fostering teamwork and enhancing kitchen efficiency for high-quality service delivery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Pastachio Bistro
MILWAUKEE
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff in daily food preparation and cooking tasks.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
- Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
- Improved employee performance by providing constructive suggestions and encouragement.
- Fostered a positive work environment by encouraging open communication and teamwork among kitchen staff.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
Education
High School Diploma -
Evanston Township
Evanston, IL06-1990
Skills
- food preparation
- recipe modification
- kitchen safety compliance
- staff supervision
- employee training
- order management
- inventory control
- problem solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Spoilage prevention
- Sauce preparation
- Special diets
- Deep fryer operation
- Food presentation talent
- Grill operation
- Professional attitude
- Line management
- Portioning
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Plating techniques
- Grilling techniques
- Knife skills
Affiliations
I prepared food for about sixty people who where recovering from substance abuse for a period of time and i also have dietary cooking
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Pastachio Bistro
04.2022 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Evanston Township