Archie Willis
Mount Washington,KY
Summary
Dynamic kitchen professional with a proven track record at Derby City Pizza, excelling in team leadership and waste reduction. Recognized for enhancing food safety protocols and training new staff, resulting in improved kitchen efficiency. Committed to delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Shift Leader
Derby City Pizza
Mount Washington, KY
11.2024 - Current
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations through effective coordination with front-of-house staff.
- Monitored cooking processes to guarantee quality food production and adherence to specifications.
- Reduced food waste by implementing efficient ingredient management practices.
- Performed opening and closing duties, maintaining overall kitchen readiness.
- Maintained a clean work area by sanitizing surfaces and managing cleanliness protocols.
- Provided guidance on proper use of kitchen tools to enhance team productivity.
- Worked 25 to 30 hours weekly, exhibiting strong commitment to team objectives.
Kitchen Team Member
Derby City Pizza
Mount Washington, KY
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Cooked a variety of dishes including entrees, side dishes, salads, sandwiches and desserts.
- Cleaned and organized workstations and cooking utensils.
- Prepared ingredients for use in dishes according to recipes.
- Weighed ingredients accurately using scales provided before adding them to recipes.
- Stocked supplies such as food items, condiments, paper products, and cleaning materials.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
- Assisted in training new team members on kitchen operations and protocols.
- Labeled containers appropriately with date and time stamps indicating when they should be used or discarded.
- Followed established safety guidelines when handling hot foods or sharp objects.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the kitchen staff regarding tasks assigned.
- Earned promotion within 6 months and received raise for dedication after only 7 months
Education
High School Diploma -
Bullitt East Highschool
Mount Washington, KY05-2026
Skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Food safety
- Employee training
- Waste reduction
- Team leadership
Affiliations
- Beta (Community Service)
- National Honor Society (Community Service)
- Quill and Scroll Journalism Honor Society
- New Voices (Student Journalism Voice)
- Co-captain of Forensics team (Speech)
- Writing Editor for the Yearbook
Certification
- Certified in Food Safety
Accomplishments
- All honors and AP classes my entire high school Career
- 4.1 GPA
- Aspiring Teacher
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Shift Leader
Derby City Pizza
11.2024 - Current
Kitchen Team Member
Derby City Pizza
05.2024 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Bullitt East Highschool
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