Anthony Woods
Oakland,CA
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Sous Chef with six years of culinary expertise in high-volume kitchens. Proven ability to lead and inspire kitchen teams, ensuring the delivery of top-notch, innovative dishes. Adept at menu planning, quality control, and maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment. Committed to excellence in food preparation and presentation, with a passion for creating memorable dinning experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Flagship Inc. Services
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
Line Cook Supervisor
The Whole Cart
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
- Tracked kitchen performance metrics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business
Head Prep Cook
Sorella
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
- Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
Line Cook
Cowgirl Creamery
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of San Francisco
San Francisco, CASkills
- Google Workspace
- MS Office suite
- Cost Control
- Collaboration
- Quality Control
- Special Event Cooking
- Team Leadership
- Recipe Development
Certification
Food handlers Card, No. 5125830, 7/1/2021, 7/1/24
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Sous Chef
Flagship Inc. Services
05.2018 - 05.2023
Head Prep Cook
Sorella
05.2017 - 08.2018
Line Cook Supervisor
The Whole Cart
03.2016 - 05.2019
Line Cook
Cowgirl Creamery
06.2013 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
The Art Institute of San Francisco