Aliyah Walton
Melbourne Beach
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Runner/ Expo
Mr.&Mrs. Crabs
Melbourne
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Helped maintain organization of walk-in coolers and freezers according to health department regulations.
- Replenished water glasses, bread baskets, condiments and other necessities during meal service.
- Managed multiple food orders simultaneously, prioritizing based on cooking time and customer needs.
- Checked all dishes before delivering them to ensure quality standards were met.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss service improvements and guest feedback.
- Filled trays with food, utensils, napkins and condiments to provide diners with meals and accessories.
- Performed daily pre-shift side work duties such as restocking supplies, polishing silverware.
- Ensured all dishes were served at the correct temperature and presentation.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Cook's Assistant
Meg O' Malley's
Melbourne
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Carried out basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
- Maintained inventory of stock and placed orders when there is a shortage of supplies.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Prepared simple dishes like salads, sandwiches, as per instructions from the cook.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items under head chef's guidance.
- Accurately weighed ingredients for each dish in order to maintain portion control standards.
Prep Line Cook
La Crepe French Bakery & Cafe
Melbourne
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Measured ingredients accurately using scales or measuring cups and spoons prior to cooking meals.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation of ingredients to ensure quality standards were met.
- Organized food storage areas ensuring that all items were properly labeled and dated.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area by adhering to all safety standards.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
Education
Culinary Arts - Cooking
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05-2022
Skills
- Food safety
- Order accuracy
- Inventory management
- Temperature control
- Quality assurance
- Customer service
- Culinary preparation
- Food pairing knowledge
- Foodservice
- Stock replenishment
- Hygiene standards
Languages
English
Professional
German
Elementary
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Professional
Affiliations
- I love to cook for my friends and family, as well as play instruments and learn new languages in my free time.
Accomplishments
- I received 1st place in a cooking contest, as well as a science fair for engineering a Biodegradable mutli-cleanser for our marine ecosystem.
Certification
ServSafe Alcohol
Certified Culinary Administrator
Certified Food Manager
Timeline
Food Runner/ Expo
Mr.&Mrs. Crabs
03.2025 - 04.2025
Cook's Assistant
Meg O' Malley's
02.2024 - 01.2025
Prep Line Cook
La Crepe French Bakery & Cafe
05.2023 - 12.2024
Culinary Arts - Cooking
Eastern Florida State College
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