Anna Mccleskey
Baytown,TX
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Little O'Neal's Sports Bar And Grill
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Cook
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Prep Cook Manager
O'Neal's On The Water Sports Bar
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Created new recipes and updated existing ones to reflect changing trends and customer preferences.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Louisiana Tech University
Baton Rouge, LA2008
Skills
- Food Handling
- Hospitality and Service Industry Background
- Nutrition awareness
- Food Presentation
- Sanitation
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Attention to detail
- Kitchen Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Timeline
Cook
Little O'Neal's Sports Bar And Grill
03.2022 - Current
Cook
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
08.2019 - 02.2022
Prep Cook Manager
O'Neal's On The Water Sports Bar
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Louisiana Tech University