Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Corner Pub and Grill
Creve Coeur, MO
2020.03 - 2024.04
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Line Cook
The Shack Seafood & Oyster Bar
Creve Coeur, MO
2000.03 - 2024.04
Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Lead Line Cook
Bristol Bar & Grill
Creve Coeur, MO
1989.02 - 1992.01
Monitored cooking temperatures and ensured that dishes were presented properly.
Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
Performed other related duties as assigned by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
Assisted in developing cost-effective strategies to reduce waste while ensuring quality control.
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Line Cook Supervisor
Darryl's Restaurant
Creve Coeur, MO
1989.02 - 1992.01
Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
Monitored daily operations of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
Directed, supervised, and trained line cooks in preparation of dishes according to recipes and established standards.
Managed inventory levels for perishable goods such as vegetables, fruits, dairy products, meats, and seafood.
Scheduled shifts for line cooks based on projected business volume and staffing needs.
Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service in a professional manner.
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vashon High School
St Louis, MO
1987-05
Skills
Following cooking methods and techniques
Grilling, Saute, Fry Techniques
Stock Rotation
Food Preparation and Presentation
Food Safety
Kitchen Station Setup
Setup Buffet for 300+ customers
Effective prioritization
Attention to Detail
Quality assurance and control
Highly motivated
Time Management
Crew training
Task Delegation
Equipment Maintenance
Team Coordination
Active listener
Kitchen Organization
Timeline
Line Cook
Corner Pub and Grill
2020.03 - 2024.04
Line Cook
The Shack Seafood & Oyster Bar
2000.03 - 2024.04
Lead Line Cook
Bristol Bar & Grill
1989.02 - 1992.01
Line Cook Supervisor
Darryl's Restaurant
1989.02 - 1992.01
High School Diploma -
Vashon High School
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