Anthony Jackson
El Paso,TX
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Cook
Ohio (Tanker)
Chief Cook
Ocean Ships Inc.
Houston Texas
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining meal preparation processes and implementing innovative cooking techniques.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the kitchen staff by regularly soliciting feedback and implementing changes aimed at enhancing efficiency, quality, and creativity.
- Collaborated with other chefs to develop seasonal menus featuring fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for diverse clientele.
- Reduced food waste by utilizing proper storage methods, inventory tracking, and creative menu planning.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure by effectively handling special requests from guests during peak service hours.
- Proactively addressed customer feedback to continuously refine and improve the overall dining experience.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations through diligent monitoring of kitchen sanitation practices and staff training programs.
- Maintained high food quality standards through consistent taste testing, ingredient evaluation, and recipe refinement.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Union
SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes, and Inland Waters, AFL-CIO
Health Benefits Plan
SEAFARERS HEALTH & BENEFITS PLAN, 45353 Saint Georges Ave., Piney Point, MD, 20674-3112, 301-994-0010 x5264, shbpmedical@seafarers.org
Dates
04/30/2024, 06/02/2024, 05/01/2024, 03/14/2025, 03/14/2028, 03/18/2024, 06/02/2024, 09/18/2024, 03/18/2026, 03/07/2024, 10/08/2026, 07/22/2021, 07/22/2024, 08/19/2022, 03/15/2024, 03/15/2025, 04/30/2024
Timeline
Chief Cook
Ocean Ships Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Chief Cook
Ohio (Tanker)