Aaron Turner
Baltimore,United States
Summary
Skilled in equipment sanitation and demonstrating exceptional knife skills, I significantly enhanced kitchen efficiency at Nandos Peri Peri. My proactive teamwork and strong time management led to consistently high food quality, reducing waste and surpassing health standards, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Chef
Nandos Peri Peri
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Contributed to a positive working environment through effective communication and teamwork practices.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by prioritizing tasks efficiently during high-pressure situations.
- Maintained high standards of food quality and presentation through consistent adherence to recipes and plating guidelines.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management systems.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and managing inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock was available for daily operations without excessive waste or spoilage costs incurred.
- Continuously improved culinary skills through ongoing training opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, resulting in consistently passing inspections with flying colors.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to address any service-related issues promptly, contributing to overall guest satisfaction levels consistently maintained throughout tenure at establishment concerned hereunder henceforth therewithal.
- Operated various kitchen equipment safely and effectively, minimizing accidents and downtime.
Cook
Qdoba
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Picker Packer
Labor Ready Staffing
01.2008 - 02.2009
- Contributed to a positive working environment through effective communication and teamwork practices.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by prioritizing tasks efficiently during high-pressure situations.
- Maintained high standards of food quality and presentation through consistent adherence to recipes and plating guidelines.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management systems.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and managing inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock was available for daily operations without excessive waste or spoilage costs incurred.
- Continuously improved culinary skills through ongoing training opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations, resulting in consistently passing inspections with flying colors.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to address any service-related issues promptly, contributing to overall guest satisfaction levels consistently maintained throughout tenure at establishment concerned hereunder henceforth therewithal.
- Operated various kitchen equipment safely and effectively, minimizing accidents and downtime.
Assistant
Bakery Express of Central Texas
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
Order Puller
Labor Max
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Checked each order for completeness and accuracy.
- Minimized backorders by diligently monitoring inventory levels and escalating low stock issues to the appropriate personnel.
- Loaded and unloaded freight containers and deliveries.
- Optimized workflow through effective collaboration with other departments such as receiving, shipping, and customer service.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through timely fulfillment of orders and meeting or exceeding quality standards.
Skills
- Equipment sanitation
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Vegetable prep
Timeline
Prep Chef
Nandos Peri Peri
11.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant
Bakery Express of Central Texas
07.2023 - 07.2023
Cook
Qdoba
06.2023 - 10.2023
Order Puller
Labor Max
02.2016 - 01.2017
Picker Packer
Labor Ready Staffing
01.2008 - 02.2009