Albina Kovyachenko
Cook, Sous Chef
Dingmans Ferry,PA
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Duet Restaurant
Brooklyn , NY
10.2012 - 02.2020
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Cook
Rasputim Restoran
Brooklyn , NY
02.2004 - 02.2012
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Skills
Plating
Catering background
Food preparation and safety
Menu memorization
Food inventories
Baking and broiling skills
Signature dish creation
Food plating and presentation
[Type] cuisine
Sanitation guidelines
Timeline
Sous Chef
Duet Restaurant
10.2012 - 02.2020
Cook
Rasputim Restoran
02.2004 - 02.2012