Alex McCormick

Summary

Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Resourceful line cook offers several years of experience working stations at restaurants. Skilled in following recipes and food presentation specifications and assisting at serving lines. Equipped with in-depth kitchen equipment operations expertise.

Skilled Line Cook with background in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments. Experience includes preparing meals to order, plating and presenting dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Strengths encompass knowledge of food safety regulations, culinary techniques, and inventory management. Previous work has demonstrated ability to keep up with rush hours while maintaining quality control and efficiency.

Overview

years of professional experience

2016

years of post-secondary education

Work History

Line Cook /Head Dishwasher

Taco Boy

Summerville

06.2025 - Current

Maintained cleanliness and organization of dishware, ensuring a sanitary environment for food preparation and service.
Operated dishwashing equipment efficiently, contributing to a streamlined workflow in the kitchen during peak hours.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.

Line Cook

Pages Okra Grill

Summerville

12.2023 - Current

Prepared and plated high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and adherence to menu specifications during peak service times.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, resulting in increased efficiency and adherence to health and safety standards.
Assisted in inventory management, including stocking and rotating supplies to minimize waste and ensure ingredient freshness.
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.

Education

Bishop England

Charleston, SC

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

College of Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina, SC

Skills

Dishwashing operations
Kitchen sanitation
Food preparation
Ingredient inventory
Order multitasking
Fryer operation
Grill operation
Workflow optimization

Cleanliness standards
High-volume cooking
Attention to detail
Active listener
Kitchen organization
Workstation cleanliness
Team coordination

Timeline