Ally Jean Sorensen
Summary
Skilled 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. Looking for the opportunity to grow. I truly enjoy and love creating dishes for people.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Hyvee Market Grill
Liberty
10.2024 - Current
- Prepared and plated menu items according to recipes, ensuring consistent quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas, contributing to a safe and efficient cooking environment.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies and reporting low stock levels to ensure kitchen readiness.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to minimize risks and maintain a hygienic cooking space.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
Barber
Ally the Barber-Stylist (Business owner)
Kansas City
07.2017 - Current
- Delivered high-quality haircuts and grooming services, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty through personalized consultations.
- Managed scheduling and appointments, optimizing workflow to minimize wait times and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior barbers, fostering skill development and maintaining high service standards across the team.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.
- Sanitized equipment and parts and maintained work areas in neat fashion.
- Mentored new staff to enhance personal growth and increase productivity.
- Supervised front-end of salon, booked appointments, inventoried sales area and coordinated employee schedules to maximize operations.
- Shaved customers using standard and straight razors or clippers.
- Kept work stations clean and sanitized scissors, combs and other styling tools.
- Resolved customers concerns with knowledgeable and professional approach.
Sushi Chef
Hyvee Market Grill
Kansas City
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Prepared a variety of sushi dishes, ensuring high-quality presentation and adherence to food safety standards.
- Cleaned, cut, and prepared fish for sushi dishes.
- Stored raw ingredients correctly according to established protocols.
- Applied sauces, garnishes, condiments, and seasonings accurately.
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when making sushi rolls or platters.
- Collaborated with other chefs in preparing meals for large parties or events.
- Ensured quality of product was consistent throughout shift.
- Maintained temperature logs and food safety records in compliance with regulations.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Education
Barbering With A Straight Razor - Apprenticeship For Barbering
Valerie Rangel Barber Apprenticeship Program
Kansas City , Missouri 07.2025 - 10.2025
Class CA Hairdressing And Manicuring - Cosmetology School
Z Hair Academy
Lee Summit , MO 04.2015 - 08.2017
Skills
- Presentation standards
- Menu knowledge
- Food safety
- Food plating
- Workstation cleanliness
- Highly motivated
- Food safety knowledge
- Professional attitude
- Back of house operations
- Sauce making
- Meat cutting
- Food rotation
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Food presentation
- Reliable and trustworthy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Barbering With A Straight Razor - Apprenticeship For Barbering
Valerie Rangel Barber Apprenticeship Program
07.2025 - 10.2025
Line Cook
Hyvee Market Grill
10.2024 - Current
Barber
Ally the Barber-Stylist (Business owner)
07.2017 - Current
Class CA Hairdressing And Manicuring - Cosmetology School
Z Hair Academy
04.2015 - 08.2017
Sushi Chef
Hyvee Market Grill
04.2013 - 06.2015