My biggest interest is music My goal is to be able to pay my way through collage in order to become a music teacher Outside of music, I enjoy building legos and painting mini figures
Anderson Smith
Dayton
Summary
Results-oriented lead cook with expertise in meal preparation, kitchen management, and crew training. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction while ensuring food safety and efficient operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Old Hickory BBQ
Dayton, OH
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks in food handling and cooking techniques.
- Developed and implemented new recipes, enhancing menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders to maintain stock of essential ingredients.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during food preparation and storage.
- Streamlined kitchen processes, reducing food waste while improving overall efficiency.
- Conducted regular quality checks on food presentation and taste before serving to guests.
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Took over line positions in the event of an emergency.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
Server Assistant
Texas Roadhouse
Anniston, AL
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted servers in delivering food and beverages to tables efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Supported staff during busy shifts by refilling supplies and stocking utensils.
- Learned menu items and daily specials to provide accurate information to guests.
- Monitored guest needs, promptly responding to requests for assistance or items.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance performance and service standards.
- Bussed tables between courses and loaded and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities effectively, ensuring a smooth flow of service during peak meal times.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area by routinely sweeping floors, wiping surfaces, and removing trash.
- Delivered customer orders promptly and with attention to accuracy and satisfaction.
Pizza Maker
Cici's Pizza
Anniston, AL
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared dough, toppings, and sauces following established recipes for consistency.
- Assembled pizzas efficiently to meet customer orders and preferences.
- Assembled pizzas to fulfill customer orders and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and adhered to food safety protocols.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and restocking supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and seasonal offerings while maintaining efficiency.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walter E. Stebbins
Dayton, OH05-2025
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Team training
- Employee training
- Employee supervision
- Food inventory management
- Task delegation
- Shift leadership
Interests
Timeline
Lead Cook
Old Hickory BBQ
06.2025 - Current
Server Assistant
Texas Roadhouse
03.2024 - 06.2024
Pizza Maker
Cici's Pizza
09.2023 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
Walter E. Stebbins