Armon Williams
Snellville,GA
Summary
Adept at enhancing kitchen efficiency and food quality, I honed my skills at Georgia Aquarium, mastering food safety and presentation while training team members. My proactive approach significantly improved order accuracy and reduced wait times, showcasing my ability to lead under pressure and my commitment to exceptional guest service.
Offering strong coordination and communication skills with drive to learn and excel in fast-paced kitchen environment. Brings understanding of kitchen dynamics and importance of timing and presentation. Ready to use and develop organizational and multitasking skills in any culinary role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Expeditor
Georgia Aquarium
06.2023 - Current
- Trained new expeditors and food runners according to company policies and standards.
- Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality, and appearance.
- Provided exceptional support to kitchen staff during high-volume periods, enabling faster turnaround times without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Increased order accuracy through effective communication between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
- Reduced wait times for customers, prioritizing and organizing food orders according to table numbers.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of menu items, regularly assisting servers with questions regarding ingredients or allergens when needed.
- Improved order accuracy with thorough review of each dish before serving to customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by coordinating with chefs and servers on meal preparation and presentation.
- Confirmed proper placement of products and side items while implementing special instructions.
Line Cook
Slush
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Prep Cook
Stats
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Stocked inventory efficiently, enabling seamless transition between meal services.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Team member training
- Guest service
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety
- Food preparation
- Kitchen support
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen operations
- Food presentation
Timeline
Food Expeditor
Georgia Aquarium
06.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Slush
11.2021 - 08.2022
Prep Cook
Stats
05.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of South Florida
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