Dedicated Cook Operator with expertise in food safety, menu planning, and staff training. Proven track record in recipe development and effective kitchen management, ensuring high-quality meal delivery and compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Operator
Ragtime Bar and Grill
Hoover, AL
08.2021 - 01.2026
Prepared and cooked menu items to meet restaurant standards.
Managed kitchen operations to achieve timely meal delivery for optimal customer satisfaction.
Operated kitchen equipment while adhering to safety protocols, ensuring a safe work environment.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
Assisted in training new staff members on proper safety procedures when handling food products.
Cooked large batches of food efficiently, preserving taste and quality standards.
Motorman
Warrior Met Coal
Brookwood, Alabama
12.2015 - 05.2020
Operated heavy machinery for coal extraction and processing tasks.
Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and routine maintenance.
Monitored production levels and reported discrepancies to supervisors promptly.
Assisted in training new staff on equipment operation and safety practices.
Loader Operator
Amsted Railway
Hueytown, Alabama
11.2010 - 11.2014
Monitored safety protocols during loading operations and machinery use to ensure a safe work environment.
Worked with team members to optimize workflow and achieve production goals.
Operated heavy machinery to load and unload railway components efficiently.
Managed inventory systems to accurately track materials and supplies.
Cook Shift Leader
Wells Fargo Corporation
Homewood, AL
05.2006 - 01.2010
Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
Trained new cooks on recipes and cooking techniques to enhance team skill level.
Monitored cooking times and temperatures for optimal dish quality.
Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
Coordinated inventory management, optimizing supply levels to meet kitchen demands.
Developed daily menus in collaboration with management team members.
Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.