Andrene Jackson
Miami ,Jamaica
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Martha’s Vineyard Golf Club
Martha Vineyard Massachusetts
05.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maximized ingredient usage by developing creative daily specials that showcased seasonal produce and reduced food costs.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Cook 1
Fisher Island Club
Fisher Island Florida
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Kitchen Supervisor
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa
Montego Bay, St James, Jamaica
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment to maintain efficient operations in the kitchen.
- Trained new employees on proper cooking techniques, recipes and food preparation methods.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Worked closely with front-of-house personnel during peak hours ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Produced detailed documentation to outline potential worker issues.
Cook 1
Fisher Island Club
Miami, FL
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Cook 1
Burlingame Country Club
Sapphire, North Carolina
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Line Cook
Delray Beach Club
Delray Beach, Florida
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries and cookies.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Cook 1
Lake Toxaway Country Club
Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Line Cook
Trump National Jupiter
Jupiter, Florida
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
Line Cook
Spring House Hotels & Resort
Block Island, Rhode Island
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Prepared and cooked breakfast foods such as eggs, bacon, pancakes, French toast, omelets, waffles and other items according to recipes.
- Stocked food supplies in the kitchen.
- Ensured proper storage of food items at appropriate temperatures.
- Organized all ingredients needed for menu items prior to shift start time.
- Ensured quality control standards were met throughout meal preparation process.
Customer Service Representative
Conduent Montego Bay call center
Montego Bay, N/a
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ordering, billing, returns, exchanges and technical support.
- Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Chef De Partie
Northwest TVET Kenilworth Campus
Sandy Bay LuceaHigh School Diploma - undefined
Muschett High
Wakefield Trelawny07.2010
Skills
- Food presentation
- Sanitation
- Order Verification
- Grilling
- Fine Dining
- Customer Service
- ServSafe certified
- Focused and disciplined
- Plating and presentation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Event Catering
- Menu Planning
- Culinary creativity
- International Cuisine Knowledge
- Sauce making
- Garnishing Techniques
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Time management abilities
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Lead Cook
Martha’s Vineyard Golf Club
05.2025 - Current
Cook 1
Fisher Island Club
10.2024 - 05.2025
Kitchen Supervisor
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa
06.2024 - 09.2024
Cook 1
Fisher Island Club
11.2023 - 05.2024
Cook 1
Burlingame Country Club
05.2023 - 11.2023
Line Cook
Delray Beach Club
11.2022 - 05.2023
Cook 1
Lake Toxaway Country Club
05.2022 - 11.2022
Line Cook
Trump National Jupiter
10.2021 - 05.2022
Line Cook
Spring House Hotels & Resort
07.2021 - 10.2021
Customer Service Representative
Conduent Montego Bay call center
09.2020 - 05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Chef De Partie
Northwest TVET Kenilworth Campus
High School Diploma - undefined
Muschett High