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Allen Washington

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook /Prep Line Cook

Briar Creek Health Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.

Sprinkler Pipe Fitter

Fire Control Systems
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.

Lead Cook

Starr Food Lounge
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Personal Chef

Frieson Music / Sony Publishing
10.2018 - 01.2020
  • Met with client and discussed preferred meals, dietary restrictions and food allergies.
  • Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
  • Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
  • Cooked 3 meals per day and served at residences or delivered to requested locations.

Education

High School Diploma -

City As School
New York, NY
06.1989

Skills

  • Effective Prioritization
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Portion Standards
  • Time Management

Timeline

Line Cook /Prep Line Cook

Briar Creek Health Center
09.2022 - Current

Sprinkler Pipe Fitter

Fire Control Systems
04.2022 - 09.2022

Lead Cook

Starr Food Lounge
02.2020 - 02.2022

Personal Chef

Frieson Music / Sony Publishing
10.2018 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

City As School
Allen Washington