Andre Alston
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Adept at menu planning and grilling techniques, I elevated customer satisfaction at First Watch by mastering high-volume orders and fostering team camaraderie. My proactive approach in food safety and assembly, combined with a knack for learning and teaching at Boro Martial Arts Center, showcases my versatility and commitment to excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Line Cook
First Watch
09.2024 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Line Cook
Black Sheep
09.2016 - 03.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Martial Arts Instructor
Boro Martial Arts Center Lnc.
07.2002 - 11.2008
- Implemented effective warm-up routines that reduced instances of muscle strain or injury among students.
- Offered personalized coaching for competition preparation, resulting in numerous student victories at local and regional tournaments.
- Continuously updated own knowledge base through ongoing education opportunities like certification courses or national conferences ensuring up-to-date teachings for all students.
- Organized successful fundraising events for the MMA program, generating resources for equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
Education
High School Diploma - General
Statesboro High School
Statesboro, GA05.2003
Skills
- Strives for success
- Encouraging and self-motivated
- Problem solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling Techniques
- Menu Planning
Certification
Received my third degree Black Belt, in Tang Soo Do.
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
First Watch
09.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Black Sheep
09.2016 - 03.2021
Martial Arts Instructor
Boro Martial Arts Center Lnc.
07.2002 - 11.2008
High School Diploma - General
Statesboro High School