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Abdul-Waajid Raqiyb

Newark,NJ

Summary

Experienced cook with a strong focus on food safety oversight, quality assurance, and staff training. Proven ability to manage high-volume production while ensuring compliance with sanitation standards. Dedicated culinary professional skilled in team collaboration and effective staff training. Successfully maintained high standards of food safety and quality in fast-paced environments. Committed to enhancing kitchen performance and service excellence. Detail-oriented cook with expertise in food preparation and sanitation practices. Known for time management skills and ability to ensure quality in high-volume settings. Ready to leverage culinary skills to support operational excellence. Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements. Structured professional with several years of experience preparing food for restaurant customers. Customer-oriented team player skilled in kitchen equipment operations, menu design and kitchen supervision. Familiar with various cooking methods and sanitation procedures.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Cook

Department of Corrections
Trenton, New Jersey
01.1996 - 01.2018
  • Conducted inventory counts pre- and post-shifts to complete food storage sheets.
  • Operated grills, fryers, and broilers to adhere to quality standards.
  • Prepared meals by reviewing recipes and combining ingredients appropriately.
  • Utilized standardized recipes to ensure consistent food preparation.
  • Trained and directed kitchen staff to enhance performance and service quality.
  • Adhered to safe food handling procedures for storage and service compliance.
  • Maintained safe operation of food prep equipment to minimize risks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey, NJ
06-2027

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Salem County Community College
Cape May, NJ
06-2019

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Order prioritization
  • Dish preparation
  • Frying
  • Sanitation
  • Recipe modification
  • Food safety oversight
  • Contamination prevention
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Food handler certification
  • High volume production capability
  • Sanitation practices
  • Calm demeanor
  • Time management
  • Culinary art
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Staff training
  • Positive and professional
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Labor management
  • ServSafe certified
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Effective planner

Certification

HVAC TECHNICIAN E.P.A. CERTIFIED, 2015-Current

Timeline

Cook

Department of Corrections
01.1996 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Rutgers University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Salem County Community College
Abdul-Waajid Raqiyb