Audrey Agyapong
Binghamton
Summary
Skilled Cook/Supervisor with a proven track record at Compass Group USA, enhancing team proficiency and reducing waste by implementing effective training and storage practices. Expert in seafood preparation and sauce making, I excel in fostering teamwork and maintaining high sanitation standards. Demonstrated ability to improve customer satisfaction through meticulous cooking and presentation skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/ Supervisor
Compass Group USA
12.2024 - Current
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage practices.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Line Cook
Downtown Brewing
09.2024 - 12.2025
- 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.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Applebees Line Cook
Applebees Neighborhood Bar and Grill
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Target Sales Associate
Target
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Pizza and Salad Bar Attendant
Little Venice Italian Restaurant
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Ensured freshness of offerings by regularly monitoring and replacing ingredients as necessary.
- Minimized cross-contamination during preparation and stocking.
- Prepared salad bar buffet items and filled containers with assortment of vegetables, fruits, condiments and garnishes.
Prep Line Cook
The Colonial
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with line cooks to maintain consistency across stations.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
- Assisted in training new team members on cooking techniques, kitchen equipment usage, and company policies.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere, fostering teamwork among kitchen staff for seamless service delivery.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and ensuring safety for all staff members.
Education
Health Studies - Economics
SUNY At Binghamton
Binghamton, NYSkills
- Stocks and soups
- Seafood preparation
- Waste reduction
- Cooking techniques
- Sauce making
Timeline
Cook/ Supervisor
Compass Group USA
12.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Downtown Brewing
09.2024 - 12.2025
Applebees Line Cook
Applebees Neighborhood Bar and Grill
05.2020 - 08.2023
Target Sales Associate
Target
05.2020 - 02.2022
Pizza and Salad Bar Attendant
Little Venice Italian Restaurant
09.2018 - 10.2020
Prep Line Cook
The Colonial
06.2017 - 08.2018
Health Studies - Economics
SUNY At Binghamton