- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Volunteering
- Youth Development Programs
- Cooking
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Love sports
Amelia Alexander-Royster
Seattle
Summary
Personable and disciplined with strong sense of teamwork and efficiency. Knowledge of food safety regulations, combined with ability to quickly learn new recipes and techniques. Committed to maintaining high standards in food preparation and contributing to positive kitchen environment. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep/Line Cook
Elinor
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
Prep/Line Cook
Compass Group Day One Cafe
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided excellent customer service by swiftly addressing any concerns or special requests from guests regarding dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Consistently met strict deadlines for meal preparation during busy shifts, contributing to timely service delivery.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere, fostering teamwork among kitchen staff for seamless service delivery.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak hours by efficiently handling high-volume orders without compromising quality or speed of service.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and monitoring expiration dates.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Lead Prep Cook
Centerplate/ Sodexo
03.2016 - 03.2021
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
- Reduced order errors by clearly labeling prepped items with necessary information like dates, ingredient names, and allergens.
- Handled the proper storage of perishable ingredients according to food safety regulations, minimizing spoilage risk and upholding freshness standards.
- Provided valuable input during recipe testing sessions, refining dish components for optimal taste and presentation before adding them to the menu.
- Participated in catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s culinary expertise and increasing brand visibility within the community.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss performance metrics, address issues or concerns, and share best practices for continuous improvement within the team.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to last-minute changes or special requests, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new skills or techniques as required to meet evolving menu needs and kitchen demands.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through strong teamwork, open communication, and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering dishes that met high standards of taste, presentation, and temperature.
- Assumed leadership role when necessary during busy services or staff absences, coordinating team efforts to meet demand without sacrificing quality or speed of service.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict health department guidelines and preventing cross-contamination.
- 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.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Education
No Degree - Civil Engineering
Alabama A&M University
Normal, ALHigh School Diploma -
Rainier Beach High School
Seattle, WASkills
- Food preparation
- Food presentation
- Hot food preparation
- Buffet set-up
- Workstation maintenance
- Food storage
- Performance improvement
- Sanitation practices
- Stock rotation
- Allergen awareness
- Vegetable chopping
- Waste reduction
- Plating and presentation
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Interests
Timeline
Prep/Line Cook
Elinor
09.2024 - 11.2024
Prep/Line Cook
Compass Group Day One Cafe
03.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Prep Cook
Centerplate/ Sodexo
03.2016 - 03.2021
No Degree - Civil Engineering
Alabama A&M University
High School Diploma -
Rainier Beach High School