Mikey Nelson
East Providence,RI
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Extern
Alinea
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Learn and execute specific dishes on their prescribed stations
- Follow prep lists and recipes every day
- Actively participate in the positive relationship between FOH and BOH teams by maintaining a steady stream of communication with the entire staff
- Develop precise knife skills and time management
Line Cook
Ten Prime Steak & Sushi
10.2022 - Current
- Sushi: rolls, nigiri, sashimi, taking rice PH levels, proper care and butchery of certain fish
- Pantry: preparation of all desserts on station, oyster shucking, breaking down lobsters
- Saute: classic station, produce entrees and apps in timing with grill, communicate along the line
- Assist head chef and other stations in day to day prep and service as needed, including basic cleaning of tenderloins
PM Sous Chef
Woodblock
05.2022 - Current
- Act as Expo, over seeing all stations in the kitchen during Happy Hour and dinner service
- Communicate between FOH and BOH
- Prepare daily specials based on inventory and executive chefs instructions
Line/Catering Cook & Baker
Lisa Dupar & Co
05.2021 - Current
- Adapt to different venues in order to heat, prepare, and serve food to clients
- Work efficiently as a line cook in a fast paced kitchen with a changing menu
- Bake off and prepare next morning's bake including bread, pastries, and desserts
- Adept at preparing bulk quantity items while maintaining quality
- Prepared meals with multiple apps and up to 5 courses for events with 1000+ guests.
Line Cook
Zeek's Pizza
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Tossing pizzas, wings, and salads
- Complete any beginning or closing shift duties
- Maintain health and safety standards, cleanliness of all kitchen equipment and areas
- Create daily par levels to prep to
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Education
AS - Baking & Pastry
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05.2024
AS - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI08.2023
High School Diploma -
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland09.2021
Skills
- Inventory/ordering control
- Catering
- Knife Skills
- Ability to work with extreme focus and in fast-paced work environments
- Clear and consistent communication in any situation
- Pastry production skills
Timeline
Extern
Alinea
05.2023 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Ten Prime Steak & Sushi
10.2022 - Current
PM Sous Chef
Woodblock
05.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Zeek's Pizza
09.2021 - 06.2022
Line/Catering Cook & Baker
Lisa Dupar & Co
05.2021 - Current
AS - Baking & Pastry
Johnson & Wales University
AS - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
High School Diploma -
Lake Washington Institute of Technology