Andrea Pennington
Leesburg,IN
Summary
Dynamic Lead Cook with a proven track record at Hoss's Pizza, excelling in large-scale food preparation and kitchen management. Enhanced efficiency by reducing food waste and maximizing ingredient usage, while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to food safety and delivering exceptional culinary experiences that drive customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
Nena's Wings N Things
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
Lead Cook
Hoss's Pizza
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
- Maximized ingredient usage by developing creative daily specials that showcased seasonal produce and reduced food costs.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing concerns regarding menu items or food quality issues.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through proactive communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
- Collaborated with fellow cooks to create unique culinary offerings that incorporated regional flavors and local ingredients.
Line Cook
Pichy's Cuba Restuarant
06.2017 - 02.2019
- 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.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Education
No Degree - Business Law
Southeastern Technical
Sioux Falls, SDHigh School Diploma -
Thomas Stone High School
Waldorf, MD07-1995
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Allergen safety
- Large-scale food preparation
- Ingredient preparation
- Ingredient knowledge
Certification
- Food Safety Certified
Timeline
Lead Cook
Nena's Wings N Things
11.2024 - 06.2025
Lead Cook
Hoss's Pizza
02.2019 - 03.2022
Line Cook
Pichy's Cuba Restuarant
06.2017 - 02.2019
No Degree - Business Law
Southeastern Technical
High School Diploma -
Thomas Stone High School
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