Andrew White
St Ann,Jamaica
Summary
Professional Chef with over 18 years of extensive experience in American and Jamaican cuisine. Capable of managing dining services efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced operation. Experienced with grilling techniques, sauces, and sourcing ingredients. Capable in overseeing menu construction, quality, and delivery of each plate.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Pilot House Restaurant
Kennebunk, ME
05.2026 - Current
- Prepared and executed menu items using high-quality ingredients in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with culinary team to maintain food safety standards and cleanliness protocols.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on equipment usage and proper cooking techniques.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies and minimizing waste.
Line Cook
Cheeca Lodge and Resort
Islamorada, Florida
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Worked in breakfast, lunch, dinner, prep area, sauté, and grilling stations.
- Participated in catering service offered on property for private events, serving over 250 guests.
- Prepared food as per recipe and as per instructions given by Sous Chef.
- Fast past environment with high end clients.
Line Cook
Aramark Zephyr Cove Resort Restaurant
Zephyr Cove, Nevada
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Follow recipe and ingredient lists an ensure that all food is properly stored and labeled.
- Follow proper procedures and sanitation practice while handling food.
- Know how to follow a recipe.
- Communicate effectively with other kitchen personnel.
- Work in a fast-paced environment
Line Cook
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
South Lake Tahoe, California
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Perform routine kitchen tasks
- Prepare cooking ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes
- Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes
- Ensure that all food and other items are stored properly. Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
- Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
- Producing high quality plates, including design and taste.
- Ensure food is top quality and that kitchen is in good condition.
Cook
Bamboo Blue Restaurant
St. Ann
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Created delicious meals for the menu to service 600+ people
- Budgeted and sourced ingredients from vendors
- Maintained continuity, service, and quality
- Managed kitchen staff in cook to order take out service environment.
Head Chef/Supervisor
Moms Home Styled Restaurant
Ochi Rios
01.2007 - 01.2018
- Creating the menu for cultural Jamaican food
- Trained the Line Cooks on menu preparation on various methods of culinary techniques such as grilling, frying, coal stove
Chef
The Living Color Restaurant
St. Catherine
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Range Chef preparing cultural Jamaican food
- American breakfast preparation
Education
Commercial Food Preparation-Commis Chef Level 2 - undefined
Heart/NSTA Trust
01-2021
High School - undefined
Bog Walk High School
St. Catherine Jamaica01-1999
High School - undefined
Rose Mount Hall Jr. High School
St. Catherine Jamaica01-1997
Skills
Culinary Expertise: Heat Control on Grill, Wood, Coal and Gas stove and oven
Measuring, Portion Sizing, Precision seasoning
Quality of food and presentation consistency
Strong effective communication, interpersonal, leadership and presentation skills
Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to execute on time and on budget and adapt new ideas
Collaborate and work in a team environment
Excel at multitasking, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Timeline
Line Cook
Pilot House Restaurant
05.2026 - Current
Line Cook
Cheeca Lodge and Resort
01.2023 - 01.2026
Line Cook
Aramark Zephyr Cove Resort Restaurant
01.2022 - 01.2022
Line Cook
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
01.2022 - 01.2022
Cook
Bamboo Blue Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2020
Head Chef/Supervisor
Moms Home Styled Restaurant
01.2007 - 01.2018
Chef
The Living Color Restaurant
01.2002 - 01.2005
Commercial Food Preparation-Commis Chef Level 2 - undefined
Heart/NSTA Trust
High School - undefined
Bog Walk High School
High School - undefined
Rose Mount Hall Jr. High School