Alison Lynch
Hebron,IN
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Lead Cook at Trilogy, excelling in meal preparation and kitchen management. Proven track record in enhancing kitchen efficiency and reducing food waste while training staff in food safety. Recognized for achieving high customer satisfaction through exceptional food presentation and proactive
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist
Motus Integrative Health
Schererville, IN
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
Lead Cook
Trilogy
Lowell, IN
09.2018 - 11.2023
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
- Consistently met or exceeded health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing concerns regarding menu items or food quality
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through proactive communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping in as acting kitchen manager during periods of personnel absence or transition.
- Collaborated with fellow cooks to create unique culinary offerings that incorporated regional flavors and local ingredients.
Cook
Colonial Nursing and Rehab
Crown Point, IN
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Education
Hisgh School Diploma -
Bloom Trail
Steger, IL1997
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Crew training
- Employee supervision
- Food presentation
- Allergen safety
- Spoilage prevention
- Special diets
- Cost reduction
- Ingredient preparation
- Large-scale food preparation
- Ingredient knowledge
- Food processing
- Cooking techniques
- Emergency protocols
- Kitchen sanitation
- Recipe creation
- Task delegation
- Work delegation
- Sanitation practices
- Menu preparation
- Food safety monitoring
- Specialization nutrition
- Knife safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
Accomplishments
Apprenticeship Training Program in partnership with Rouxbe Online Culinary School. Completed to Level 5 star program.
Timeline
Receptionist
Motus Integrative Health
02.2023 - 04.2025
Lead Cook
Trilogy
09.2018 - 11.2023
Cook
Colonial Nursing and Rehab
03.2016 - 08.2018
Hisgh School Diploma -
Bloom Trail