Aidan Goodroad
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Attentive Line Cook with keen eye for cleanliness and skill in sanitizing work areas to protect team members and consumers. Safety-conscious and committed to following company procedures. Exceptional foodservice background. Sharp Cook professional adept at reliably completing job tasks with no supervision. Effective at following work assignments and monitoring cooking equipment while observing optimal food safety procedures. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Production Worker
Caper's Cafe
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Adhered to company safety policies and procedures for proper food safety and sanitation.
- Stored food properly by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
- Maintained ingredients and supplies inventories, enabling timely stock replenishment.
- Assembled and packaged food items securely to meet company standards.
- Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
- Selected correct ingredients and garnishes according to recipe specifications.
- Worked in production to improve efficiency.
- Complied with food storage and handling procedures for safe, hygienic operations.
- Discarded expired food items and disposed of waste for hygienic food preparation environments.
- Packaged food items for shipment and organized orders for delivery.
- Maintained clean work areas for optimal food quality.
- Observed company safety procedures and standards when operating machinery, using sharp tools and handling chemicals.
Prep Cook
Fat Dave's
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to increase trust and satisfaction.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Line Cook
Denny's Corp
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Crew Member
Macdonald's
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Stocked shelves to organize aisles in assigned department.
- Escalated problems or complaints to relevant supervisor or manager for resolution.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
- Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
- Brewed coffee and tea and changed out drink station syrups.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
Handyman Assistant
Jim The Contractor
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
- Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
- Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
- Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
- Performed basic landscaping tasks, such as mowing, snow plowing, gardening, pulling weeds, and watering lawns for square foot facility.
- Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to electric and plumbing systems.
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency.
- Responded to maintenance requests in property with great speed and efficiency.
- Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
- Cleaned and lubricated components to maintain optimal performance.
- Disassembled broken, defective, and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Answered customer questions and helped resolve various concerns.
- Inspected and tested equipment for conformance with specifications.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Set up and tested equipment in customer locations.
- Painted walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Followed safety protocols and best practices for installation, maintenance, or repair work..
Education
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High School
Mantua, OH05.2018
Skills
- Packaging
- Meat processing
- Work area sanitation
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Equipment inspection
- OSHA guidelines
- PPE use
- Food assembly
- Equipment management
- Cleaning and sanitizing procedures
- Troubleshooting skills
- Recipe evaluation
Certification
- ServSafe food handler's certificate Ohio
- food handler's card Oregon & Washington
Writing, table-top games, mathematics
I am an aspiring author writing several novels covering various genres; such as fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction and horror. I play many table top games including Dungeons & Dragons, Magic, the Gathering, and board games as regularly as I can. I almost had an official judge certification for Mtg, but I had to move cross country before my test. In my spare time, I enjoy exploring mathematics in general; for example, my favorite equations is Euler's identity, I hope to one day solve the Riemann-Zeta hypothesis, not for the money but simply to further the human understanding of mathematics, and I want to create some form of Faster-Than-Light travel possible.
Timeline
Food Production Worker
Caper's Cafe
11.2022 - 02.2023
Prep Cook
Fat Dave's
01.2021 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Denny's Corp
05.2017 - 03.2018
Crew Member
Macdonald's
03.2017 - 01.2018
Handyman Assistant
Jim The Contractor
09.2013 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High School
- ServSafe food handler's certificate Ohio
- food handler's card Oregon & Washington
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