Austin Anderson
Royal Palm Beach
Summary
Professional with strong background in back-of-house operations, equipped to drive efficiency and quality in kitchen environments. Skilled in food preparation, inventory management, and maintaining clean, organized workspace. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in fast-paced settings. Eager to contribute to motivated team focused on delivering excellent culinary experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
BOH Team Member
Longhorn Steakhouse
10.2022 - Current
- Boosted overall team morale with regular communication and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
- Mentored new hires in BOH operations, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted skill growth.
- Upheld restaurant''s reputation for high-quality meals, consistently executing recipes according to established guidelines.
- Reduced wait times for customers by efficiently managing multiple tasks during peak hours.
- Continuously updated culinary knowledge through industry research and professional development opportunities.
- Maintained and sanitized service stations, prep areas, and countertops.
BOH Team Member
Roccos Tacos
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing supplies and monitoring stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Followed health and safety regulations to uphold food quality standards consistently.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, enhancing team performance and service speed.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Enhanced food quality for customer satisfaction, adhering to proper food handling procedures.
Busser/Foodrunner
Roccos Tacos
03.2016 - 02.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages promptly to enhance service efficiency.
- Restocked supplies and utensils to ensure smooth operation during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to expedite food preparation and delivery processes.
- Participated in training new bussers on restaurant protocols and best practices.
- Adhered to health and safety standards, ensuring a safe dining environment for patrons.
Education
Associate of Arts - Finance
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach Gardens, FL08-2019
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Cross-training
- Flexible and adaptable
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Coaching and mentoring
- Workplace safety
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Reliable and punctual
- Team building
- Team coordination
- Professionalism
Timeline
BOH Team Member
Longhorn Steakhouse
10.2022 - Current
BOH Team Member
Roccos Tacos
05.2022 - 02.2023
Busser/Foodrunner
Roccos Tacos
03.2016 - 02.2023
Associate of Arts - Finance
Palm Beach State College