Andrea Gold
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Gran Lux Cafe
12.2021 - Current
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Cook Supervisor
OYO Hotel And Casino
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Tracked kitchen performance metrics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Optimized kitchen workflow by assigning tasks based on employees'' strengths and abilities, maximizing productivity.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Spearheaded efforts to enhance the dining experience for guests by collaborating closely with front-of-house staff to address service-related concerns.
Cook
Station Casinos
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paceD environment.
Fry Cook
Lolo's Chicken And Waffles
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and efficient fry station.
- Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Shift Supervisor
White Castle
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates with consistent quality checks and timely resolution of complaints.
- Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production levels to achieve targets.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for boosting overall store performance, leading to higher profit margins.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Leadership
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Food Preparation
- Food Waste Reduction
- Shift Scheduling
- Safe Food Handling
- Allergen awareness
- Food handling
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Bulk Food Preparation
- Ticket Time Monitoring
- Efficient multitasking
Certification
- Servsafe Food Production Manager Certification License- Expires 12/16/2028
Timeline
Cook
Gran Lux Cafe
12.2021 - Current
Cook Supervisor
OYO Hotel And Casino
09.2019 - 12.2021
Cook
Station Casinos
08.2016 - 08.2019
Fry Cook
Lolo's Chicken And Waffles
01.2015 - 08.2016
Shift Supervisor
White Castle
01.2014 - 01.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Leadership
Pima Community College