Angel Craig
Chicago,IL
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. Number-year background in high-end restaurant industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Caterer
The Spice Gallery
Chicago, IL
03.2021 - 07.2024
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Sous Chef
Food On The Run
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Security Officer
Allied
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Shift Manager
Popeyes
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Ensure that all Team Members complete their Shift Excellence tasks for their assigned position(s)
- Ensure that employees are clean and neat in appearance.
Cashier
Dd's Discount
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Greeted customers, including answering phones and directing customer inquiries to appropriate party
- Handled cash transactions between customer and retail store
- Received and processed all payments according to standard procedures
- Scanned products, operated scanning equipment and fixed scanning issues.
Stand Manager
Delaware North
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Served food and beverage items in correct proportions and while following proper sanitation guidelines
- Recorded all waste and inventory
- Acquainted guests with items for sale and used suggestive selling techniques
- Performed clean-up duties to maintain clean and orderly work area
- Participated in work area set-up
Crew trainer
McDonald's
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Instructed and motivated crew, served customers, kept the restaurant clean and organized, prepared food, ensured that food safety rules were followed, and monitored employee performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science-Culinary Arts -
Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute
Chicago, IL05.2024
Skills
- Patience
- Clear communication skills
- Active listening
- Empathy
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Goal oriented
- Ability to handle change
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Food presentation
- Customer Service
- Cooking techniques
- Safety Management
Cover Letter
I would love to express my interest in the open position your amazing establishment has offered and would like to explain why I know I'm best qualified for this position. I'm extremely skilled and disciplined in time management, cleanliness, paying close attention to detail, and creating beautiful dishes that'll brighten any mood. My core passion is to always exceed expectations of the guests and always bring positivity in the kitchen.
With my prestigious training from Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute, I am more than confident that I'll be the perfect fit for this position and will carry out any and all instructions that will make this company better than ever. I feel I can offer fresh and new recipes that will bring positive revenue and keep everyone one lined up and waiting just to join our establishment for an outstanding meal. With my creative flare and dishes that won't only taste phenomenal, but also beautiful to the eye, I believe you'll be as excited as I am to allow me to join your culinary family.
Thank you for taking the time to consider me. I would love nothing more than to hear back from you soon.
Sincerely,
Angel Craig
Timeline
Caterer
The Spice Gallery
03.2021 - 07.2024
Security Officer
Allied
09.2020 - 02.2021
Sous Chef
Food On The Run
08.2020 - 04.2021
Cashier
Dd's Discount
12.2018 - 02.2019
Shift Manager
Popeyes
03.2018 - 06.2020
Stand Manager
Delaware North
03.2018 - 10.2018
Crew trainer
McDonald's
02.2017 - 09.2017
Associate of Applied Science-Culinary Arts -
Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute