April Hupe
Davenport,FL
Summary
Skilled Cook Shift Leaded, enhancing customer satisfaction and reducing waste through meticulous food handling and preparation. Excelled in mentoring new staff, fostering teamwork, and maintaining high sanitation standards. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities and a commitment to safety, significantly improving kitchen efficiency and food quality.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Rock and Brews
Kissimmee, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing issues proactively before they escalated.
Cook
IHOP
Bradenton, FL
02.2020 - 03.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Cook's Assistant
Bob Evans
Miami, FL
08.2005 - 11.2012
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Education
Associate Of Applied Business - Culinary
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Frying
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
Timeline
Cook
Rock and Brews
03.2024 - Current
Cook
IHOP
02.2020 - 03.2024
Cook's Assistant
Bob Evans
08.2005 - 11.2012
Associate Of Applied Business - Culinary
Valencia College