Angelet Youyoute
Riviera Beach,FL
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. Detail oriented hardworking team player with strong organizational skills. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks. Organized individual possessing excellent memorization and communication skills. Proficient in preparing raw food and ingredients. Detail-oriented professional with superior knife skills and strong sense of taste and smell. Handles criticism well and quickly learns from challenges. Motivated kitchen leader offering dedicated experience in food preparation. High standards for taste and quality with expertise maintaining profitable margins. Superior communication and leadership skills. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced kitchen environment. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. Well in food prep,safe food-handling, with 20 years of experience. Hardworking Senior Trainer enthusiastic about teaching employees and developing new skillsets.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Line Cook/Head Trainer
TGI Fridays Corporate
10.2017 - 01.2024
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Enhanced menu offerings by creating innovative, seasonal dishes that attracted new customers and increased overall satisfaction.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Collaborated with management to design and implement cost-control measures, reducing food waste and overall expenses.
- Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
- Ensured timely delivery of meals by managing line cook schedules and delegating tasks effectively during peak service hours.
- Received recognition for outstanding performance in maintaining a clean, organized workspace that met health department guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
- Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Provided excellent customer service by taking orders, answering questions and responding to customer complaints.
- Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
- Received and stored food supplies, raw materials and other ingredients.
- Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
- Scrubbed grill on customer request due to food allergies to clean food residue and avoid issues with allergens.
- Enhanced trainee performance by implementing innovative and interactive training methods tailored to individual needs.
- Evaluated training needs to improve training quality.
- Developed strong teamwork skills by collaborating with other line cooks to maintain a smooth workflow during busy shifts.
- Optimized inventory management by conducting regular audits of stock levels and submitting accurate orders for necessary supplies.
- Streamlined communication between front-of-house staff and kitchen team members to minimize errors during order processing.
Lead Cook/Head Trainer
TGI Fridays Corporate
06.2007 - 02.2017
Lead Cook/Head Trainer
TGI Fridays Franchise
01.1999 - 06.2007
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Phlebotomy
South Tech Academy
Boynton Beach, FL01.2010
Associate of Applied Science - CNA/HHA
Roxbury Community College
Boston, MA05.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Thompson Education Direct
Scranton, PA10.2002
Skills
- Food Processing
- Kitchen Organization
- Plate and Food presentation
- Food Safety/Portion Control
- Inventory Control
- Grilling Techniques
- Safe Food Handling/Knife Skills
- Work Delegation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Workstation Organization
- Garnishing Techniques
- Food Cost/Portioning
- Server Communication
- Food Rotation/Storage
- Food Allergen Safety
- Kitchen Sanitation/Station Setup
- Cleaning and Organization
- Following Cooking Methods and Recipes
- Back of House Operations
- Cooking/Crew Training
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Active Listener
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Order Preparation
- Food Storage Procedures
- Food Presentation
- Highly Motivated
- Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
I received multiples awards in exceed targets, and food safety, earn awards in great leadership and being a great team member in the BOH by my restaurant managers and Director of Operation for TGI Fridays.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Haitian Creole
Native or Bilingual
Certification
ServSafe and ServSafe Alcohol Certification
CPR/BLS Certified
CNA/HHA
Phlebotomy
Reference
1. Andy: General Manager, 954-531-8440
2. Adam Primao: General Manager, 716-992-0561
3. Jim Scarafia: General Manager, 561-951-1528
4. Bud Babcock: General Manager, 561-302-7555
5. Bryant Speer: Kitchen Manager, 561-350-5480
6. Leigh Worsley: Kitchen Manager, 561-802-8410
7.Brandon Fulton: Kitchen Manager, 703-772-1063
8. Lisa: Coworker, 561-662-7919
9. Ray Schollmeyer; Director of operation, 561-239-9310
Timeline
Lead Line Cook/Head Trainer
TGI Fridays Corporate
10.2017 - 01.2024
Lead Cook/Head Trainer
TGI Fridays Corporate
06.2007 - 02.2017
Lead Cook/Head Trainer
TGI Fridays Franchise
01.1999 - 06.2007
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Associate of Applied Science - Phlebotomy
South Tech Academy
Associate of Applied Science - CNA/HHA
Roxbury Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Thompson Education Direct
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