Adrian Wheeler
Greenville,NC
Summary
Resourceful Line Cook known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in time management, food safety protocols, and menu development. Excel in fast-paced environments through strong team collaboration, communication skills, and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Red Robin
Greenville
12.2024 - Current
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Grill Cook/Shift Leader/Back Up Cook
Cracker Barrel Restaurant
Greenville, NC
08.2008 - 12.2024
- Distributed prepared food to servers.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Trained new employees on grill operations and safety protocols.
- Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding orders and special requests.
- Performed closing duties such as organizing leftovers into containers for refrigeration or disposal, cleaning grills, and emptying grease traps.
- Sanitized workstation before and after shift to prevent illness and food contamination.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Central High School
Winterville, NC06-2006
Some College (No Degree) -
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NCSkills
- Food presentation
- Order accuracy
- Punctual and honest
- Problem-solving
- Kitchen sanitization
- Food allergen safety
- Menu item memorization
- Deep fryer operation
- Server communication
- Team coordination
- Grill operation
- Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Line Cook
Red Robin
12.2024 - Current
Grill Cook/Shift Leader/Back Up Cook
Cracker Barrel Restaurant
08.2008 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
South Central High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Pitt Community College