ANGELIQUE ELKINS
Redmond
Summary
Knowledgeable Lead Cook with solid background in culinary leadership. Demonstrated ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently and deliver high-quality dishes. Proven skills in staff training.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Compass Group
09.2023 - 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.
- Acting Safety Champion ensuring safe practices through weekly training.
Food Prep Worker
Compass Group
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared biweekly specials according to Chef Managers’ instructions. Regularly volunteered additional support for additional kitchens several days a week. Cultivated drink specials for cafes on campus.
- Gained familiarity with diverse cuisine styles through exposure to different recipes and preparation methods within the establishment setting.
Cook
Five Guys
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Executed quality food preparation on expo, fry, and grill station. Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
Bachelor in Business Management - Emphasis in Entrepreneurship
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID05-2025
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Allergen safety
- Special diets
- Kitchen sanitation
- Knife safety
- Food safety monitoring
- Shift leadership
- Food plating and presentation
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Achieved commissary sandwich program by completing morning prep with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop food prep tracking spreadsheets for each station.
Compass Hero Award
Went above and beyond to ensure success of kitchen. Would frequently arrive several hours early to ensure proper recipe learning and growth. Would frequently stay late to ensure proper kitchen cleaning to maintain healthy work environment. Often assisted coworkers during prep and closing after ensuring my station was properly cared for.
Timeline
Lead Cook
Compass Group
09.2023 - Current
Food Prep Worker
Compass Group
08.2022 - 08.2023
Cook
Five Guys
04.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor in Business Management - Emphasis in Entrepreneurship
Brigham Young University - Idaho
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