Alex Godin
Burnt Hills,NY
Summary
Accomplished cook with a robust background in high-volume kitchens, notably at The Adelphi Hotel, where I honed my expertise in cooking and event catering. Known for multitasking and having a meticulous eye for detail, I consistently delivered dishes with exceptional quality, contributing to a significant increase in customer satisfaction. My leadership in kitchen management and commitment to safe food handling practices set me apart.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
The Adelphi Hotel
12.2024 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Worked with banquet manager to coordinate event set up and schedule.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
Assistant Kitchen Manager/Cook
ThirteenAces LLC
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Cook Intern
Levy Restaurants
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
- Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
Line Cook
Pizza Works
12.2019 - 04.2023
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Suny Schenectady County Community College
Schenectady12-2024
High School Diploma -
Burnt Hills Ballston Lake CSD
Burnt Hills06-2022
Skills
- Cooking, Frying, Grilling, Sauteing
- High volume production capability
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Food plating and presentation
- Time management, positive and professional
- Event catering
- ServSafe certified
- Knife skills
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler, National Restaurant Association, Certificate #5988044- 11.7.2022-11.7.2025
- Certified TIPS On-Premise - 12.8.2022-12.7.2025
Timeline
Cook
The Adelphi Hotel
12.2024 - Current
Cook Intern
Levy Restaurants
05.2024 - 06.2024
Assistant Kitchen Manager/Cook
ThirteenAces LLC
04.2023 - 12.2024
Line Cook
Pizza Works
12.2019 - 04.2023
Associate of Occupational Studies in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Suny Schenectady County Community College
High School Diploma -
Burnt Hills Ballston Lake CSD
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