Addae Lawrence
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Food service professional with extensive experience in preparing and serving meals, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining sanitary standards. Recognized for collaborative spirit and reliability in high-paced settings. Possesses strong skills in food safety protocols and efficient service delivery.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Worker
VA Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Prepared and served food items in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas to ensure optimal customer experience.
- Assisted with inventory management, monitoring supplies to prevent shortages and waste.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for food service efficiency.
- Trained new staff on food service protocols and safety procedures, enhancing team efficiency.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and washed food prep tools, utensils and equipment.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Cook
Guest Services
07.2017 - 09.2020
- Weigh and measure ingredients. Clean and sanitize work area, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware. Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas. Prepare all meats to meet company standards.
- Trained new cooks on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.
- 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.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Shift Manager/Cook
Gordon Biersch
10.2012 - 07.2017
- Supervised team performance, ensuring adherence to operational standards and safety protocols.
- Trained new staff on procedures, enhancing overall team efficiency and service quality.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Cook
Millstream Inn
10.2007 - 04.2012
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout shifts.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods, reducing food waste and improving output consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
Education
GED -
Woodland Job Corps
Baltimore, MD06.1998
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Positive attitude
- Multitasking
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Food and safety standards
- Patient relations
- Food portioning control
- ServSafe certification
Accomplishments
- Achieved Gold pin through effectively helping with kitchen duties outside of my own once i finished my work.
Websites
Certification
Safe serve
Timeline
Food Service Worker
VA Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Cook
Guest Services
07.2017 - 09.2020
Shift Manager/Cook
Gordon Biersch
10.2012 - 07.2017
Cook
Millstream Inn
10.2007 - 04.2012
GED -
Woodland Job Corps
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