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Andrew Gimlett

Mountlake Terrace,WA

Summary

Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembler, Savory II, Certified Trainer

Starbucks
Seattle, WA
12.2019 - Current
  • Tracked and packed food orders for Reserve stores
  • Made savory food product from scratch
  • Certified Trainer
  • Observed and maintained knowledge of federal, state, and local food safety requirements to support safe HACCP production standards.
  • Managed inventory.
  • Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
  • Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
  • Resolved any issues raised by participants during the training session in a timely manner.
  • Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.

Lead, Line cook, Prep, Catering, Pastry, Bakery

Palisade
Seattle, WA
04.2016 - 12.2019
  • Line training in all positions for Lunch, Brunch, and Dinner services
  • Banquet preparation and service
  • Daily menu preparation and inventory management
  • Lead in Maggie's, Palisade
  • Pastry and bakery lead
  • Reconciliation of daily vendor invoices.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Managed a team of kitchen staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
  • Troubleshot any kitchen equipment issues or malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
  • Improved employee performance by providing constructive suggestions and encouragement.
  • Monitored cooking temperatures and ensured that dishes were presented properly.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
  • Ordered food supplies as needed to maintain sufficient stock levels.
  • Planned, prepared and cooked meals according to restaurant specifications.
  • Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Collaborated with chefs on menu changes and special dishes for customers.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Performed other related duties as assigned by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
  • Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
  • Baked fresh bread and pastries for cafes and restaurants.
  • Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
  • Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
  • Utilized measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens to bake cakes and pastries.
  • Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods.
  • Placed dough in pans, molds and sheets and monitored products during baking to adjust temperature.
  • Observed color of baked products to adjust oven temperatures, humidity or conveyor speeds.

Line Cook, Prep, Catering

Stoneburner
Seattle, WA
06.2014 - 11.2015
  • Line cook, prep, and catering duties.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.

Line Cook

Millers Guild
Seattle, WA
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Line cook duties.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.

Line Cook

Pintxo
Seattle, WA
07.2013 - 01.2014
  • Line cook duties.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television

Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
06-1996

Skills

  • Meal Preparation
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Dish Preparation
  • Food Preparation Techniques
  • Waste Control
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Process Improvements
  • Knife Skills
  • Recipe Creation
  • Kitchen Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • New Hire Training
  • Seafood Preparation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Cooking Techniques
  • Culinary Expertise
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Menu Supervision
  • Performance Assessments
  • Performance Improvement
  • HACCP Trained

Timeline

Assembler, Savory II, Certified Trainer

Starbucks
12.2019 - Current

Lead, Line cook, Prep, Catering, Pastry, Bakery

Palisade
04.2016 - 12.2019

Line Cook, Prep, Catering

Stoneburner
06.2014 - 11.2015

Line Cook

Millers Guild
01.2014 - 06.2014

Line Cook

Pintxo
07.2013 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television

Gonzaga University

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